Senamina 14 Tab. Sleep Medicine-Senamina 14 Tab. Lek Na Sen

• OTC medicine – The preparation is indicated for short-term, symptomatic treatment of sporadic insomnia in adults.
• difficulty falling asleep
  frequent night awakenings
  early morning awakenings
• Composition
  The active substance of the preparation is doxylamine, an ethanolamine derivative, a first-generation antihistamine for general use. Doxylamine blocks histamine H1 receptors. It also has significant cholinolytic (blocks muscarinic receptors) and antiemetic effects. It penetrates the blood-brain barrier and affects central H1 receptors, thereby causing a sedative effect. It has a depressing effect on the central nervous system. It effectively shortens the time needed to fall asleep, increases the depth of sleep and extends its duration. The onset of the sleep-inducing effect occurs within 30 minutes after taking the preparation. The sedative effect may persist throughout the next day.
• Indications
  The preparation is indicated for short-term, symptomatic treatment of sporadic insomnia in adults.

Action
Sleep-inducing

• Dosage
  The preparation is in the form of coated tablets for oral use. Do not exceed the recommended doses, as this will not increase the effectiveness of the drug and may harm your health and life. If you have any doubts regarding the use of the preparation, consult your doctor.

Adults:

12.5–25 mg taken 30 minutes before bedtime. The maximum dose is 25 mg per day.

The occurrence of drowsiness during the day is an indication to reduce the dose or take the drug earlier, in order to ensure at least 8 hours of uninterrupted sleep after taking the preparation.

Use for the shortest possible period of time. Do not use for longer than 7 days without consulting a doctor.

In case of persistent sleep problems, consult a doctor.

Children and adolescents:

Do not use in children and adolescents under 18 years of age.

• Method of administration:

The tablets should be taken 30 minutes before bedtime, with a glass of water, for example. They can be taken before or after a meal.

The preparation should only be used for a short time (as short as possible) and only in the recommended doses. Do not use for longer than 7 days without consulting a doctor.

The occurrence of drowsiness during the day is an indication to reduce the dose or take it earlier, so as to provide at least 8 hours of sleep after taking the preparation.

• Side effects
  Like any medicine, Senamina can also cause side effects, although they will not occur in all patients using this preparation. Remember that the expected benefits of using the drug are usually greater than the damage resulting from the occurrence of side effects.

Very common: drowsiness. Common or uncommon: visual disturbances (double vision, blurred vision), dizziness, headaches, tinnitus, excessive sedation, insomnia, nervousness, nightmares, orthostatic hypotension, increased bronchial secretions, shortness of breath, dry mouth, constipation, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, indigestion, urinary retention, weakness, general malaise, fatigue, peripheral edema, rash. Rare: tremor, convulsions, agitation (especially in the elderly), hematological disorders (thrombocytopenia, hemolytic anemia, agranulocytosis). The risk of side effects is increased in the elderly.

WARNING!
Before taking the medicine, read the leaflet or consult your doctor or pharmacist. Any medicine taken incorrectly threatens your life or health.