Beschreibung
Gabapentin adds to zolpidem's CNS depressant effects, increasing the risk of excessive sedation, falls, and next-morning psychomotor impairment.
Mechanismus
Gabapentin modulates calcium channels and enhances GABA-ergic tone; zolpidem is a GABA-A omega-1 modulator — additive CNS depression results.
Klinische Bedeutung
Post-marketing surveillance data note increased sedation-related adverse events with gabapentinoid + hypnotic combinations.
Maßnahmen
Avoid combining when possible; if both are needed, reduce doses and advise patients not to drive or operate machinery.
Medizinischer Haftungsausschluss
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