Dantrolene and Zolpidem interaction
Dantrolene and Zolpidem: both prescribing labels flag this combination with the strongest language, such as a contraindication, a boxed warning, or an instruction to avoid it.
Do not combine without a prescriber's guidance. The label language below is the strongest FDA uses.
What the FDA labels say
From the Zolpidem (zolpidem tartrate) label · effective 2025-11-19
The use of Zolpidem Tartrate with other sedative-hypnotics (including other zolpidem products) at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended.
CNS-Depressant Effects: Impaired alertness and motor coordination, including risk of morning impairment.
Risk increases with dose and use with other CNS depressants and alcohol.
Postmarketing reports have shown that complex sleep behaviors may occur with Zolpidem Tartrate alone at recommended doses, with or without the concomitant use of alcohol or other central nervous system (CNS) depressants [see Drug Interactions (7.1) ] .
Additive effects occur with concomitant use of other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol), including daytime use [see Drug Interactions (7.1) ] .
From the Dantrolene (RYANODEX dantrolene sodium) label · effective 2024-10-30
The concomitant use of sedative agents with RYANODEX may increase the risk of somnolence and dizziness.
Sedatives : Concomitant use with sedative agents may potentiate their effects ( 7.3 )
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