Uses Of NITRAVET 10MG TABLET

Nitrazepam is used for treating short-term insomnia, mainly difficulty falling asleep, early or frequent awakening. It belongs to a class of benzodiazepines. 

Sometimes, when other medications do not work, it is also used for the treatment of epilepsy.

Nitrazepam should not be given to elderly people or children below 18 years of age. 

Side Effects Of NITRAVET 10MG TABLET

Some of the common side-effects include:

• Depression of central nervous system
• Depressed mood
• Fatigue, ataxia
• Rage, violence
• Vertigo, headache
• Memory or motor functions impairment, decrease in physical performance/ alertness, numbed emotions
• Feeling  of hangover in the morning
• Muscle weakness
• Slurred speech
• Double vision

Contraindications Of NITRAVET 10MG TABLET

Please inform your doctor if you have any of the following conditions:

• Pregnant or breastfeeding
• Any liver or kidney problems
• Acute porphyria (a blood disorder causing belly pain, skin blisters, brain or nervous system disorders)
• Myasthenia gravis
• History of drug of alcohol abuse
• Anxiety, depression or personality disorders
• Respiratory diseases

Best Foods With NITRAVET 10MG TABLET

What Are The Best Foods For Insomnia

Tryptophan, calcium, magnesium and vitamin B6 are four key vitamins and mineral that help in inducing good sleep. Some of the foods best for fighting insomnia are:

• Poultry items like turkey, chicken
• Dairy products  like milk, yoghurt, cheese
• Seafood like salmon, shrimp, halibut, sardines, tuna, cod)
• Legumes like kidney beans, black beans, lima beans, split peas, chickpeas
• Nuts and seeds  like flax, sunflower, sesame, pumpkin, cashews, peanuts, walnuts, almonds
• Vegetables  like spinach, turnip greens, broccoli, asparagus, seaweed, onions
• Fruits like apple, banana, peach, avocado
• Grains like wheat, corn, rice, barley, oats
• Dark green leafy vegetables
• Soya beans 
• Folate-rich foods: Insomnia is caused by folate deficiency and kiwi has rich folate content. Therefore, kiwi is good for Insomnia.
• Calcium-, Magnesium- and Potassium-rich foods: Almonds and bananas consist of magnesium and potassium which help in muscle relaxation resulting in sound sleep. Almond also has calcium that helps the brain to form sleep-inducing melatonin by altering the amino acid tryptophan. 
• Tryptophan-rich foods: Walnut is a rich source of tryptophan, which helps in creating sleep-inducing hormones melatonin and serotonin.
• Lettuce: Lettuce helps in sleeping as it consists of lactucarium that functions as a sedative.
• Tuna: Tuna is rich in vitamin B6 that helps in creating melatonin and serotonin.

Worst Foods With NITRAVET 10MG TABLET

What Are The Worst Foods For Insomnia

• Alcohol, caffeine
• Spicy foods, especially in dinner
• Foods in high fat, especially just before sleeping
• High protein foods in dinner (proteins or high-fat foods are difficult to digest, hence disturb the sleep.
• Steak: Steak being hard to digest makes the body work more leading to fewer chances of a sound sleep. So, avoiding steak and other hard-to-digest meat options during the night is prudent. 

Symptoms Treated With NITRAVET 10MG TABLET

What Are The Symptoms Of Insomnia

There are various symptoms of insomnia, such as:

• Disturbed sleep.
• Not able to fall asleep even in the most comfortable environment.
• Exhaustion even after getting a sleep.
• Losing focus and staying absent minded.
• Waking up in mid-sleep.
• Short sleep span.
• Feeling anxious about one's sleep.
• Making errors while performing daily tasks.
• Persistent feeling of irritation and depression.

Causes of diseases where NITRAVET 10MG TABLET is used

What Are The Causes Of Insomnia

The most common causes of insomnia are:

• Psychiatric conditions: Depression, anxiety, stress.
• Lifestyle issues, working till late, sedentary lifestyle, taking naps in afternoon.
• Food Habits: Drinking too much of coffee, alcohol, nicotine, heavy food.
• Certain chemical interactions in mind.
• Certain medical conditions like pains, asthma, arthritis, Parkinson's disease.
• Watching television or using a cell phone before sleeping.

Do's With Usage of NITRAVET 10MG TABLET

What Are The Things One Should Do To Manage Insomnia

• Wake up early.
• Exercise, as it makes your body tired enough to induce sleep.
• Eat your dinner at least two hours before sleeping.
• Consider Ayurvedic treatment.
• Do yoga for at least 30 mins a day.
• Sleep at the same time every day, as different schedule on weekend, can also lead to insomnia.
• If one is on certain medication then he /she must consult with a doctor and see if the medication is causing Insomnia.
• Completely, cut down the consumption of alcohol, nicotine and caffeine.
• Make your room conditions comfortable like switch off the lights before you go to the bed, Set the comfortable room temperature, turn off the Television, radio or any music system and also, switch off the cell phones. Try to keep your room as clean as possible.
• Try to relax your mind and body before sleeping by taking a hot water bath, listening to soft music, meditation or light yoga.

Dont's With Usage Of NITRAVET 10MG TABLET

What Are The Things One Should Avoid To Manage Insomnia

• Avoid short naps.
• Avoid drinking too much of alcohol, caffeine.
• Avoid checking emails, messages if you suddenly wake up in the night.
• Avoid over use of electronic devices, especially just before going to bed.

NITRAVET 10MG TABLET has the following salts in its composition

Other Useful Tips With Usage Of NITRAVET 10MG TABLET

What Are The Tips For Insomnia

• Drink warm milk before sleeping.
• Drink almond milk before sleeping.
• Avoid heavy meals in dinner.

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