zolpidem dependence, abuse and withdrawal: a case report
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Zolpidem dependence, abuse and withdrawal: A case report
Zolpidem, a nonbenzodiazepine hypnotic, binds to the benzodiazepine binding site on the gamma-aminobutyric acid type A (GABA-A) receptors. Many studies have reported efficacy and safety of zolpidem in treatment of insomnia, low abuse, and dependence capability. However, many cases of zolpidem abuse and dependence were reported around the world. This case showed that zolpidem can exert abuse cap...
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journal of research in medical sciencesجلد ۱۸، شماره ۱۱، صفحات ۰-۰
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