The treatment should always be implemented at the lowest effective dose and maximum dosage never exceeded.
The usual dose for adults is one 10-mg tablet daily. Zolpidem should always be taken just before going to bed.
In elderly patients or patients with hepatic insufficiency: Dosage should be halved, i.e. 5 mg. Dosage must never exceed 10 mg/day.
Safety and effectiveness of zolpidem in paediatric patients <18 years have not been established. Therefore, zolpidem should not be prescribed in this population.
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