FDA requires lower recommended doses for certain sleep drugs

["FDA Office of Women's Health" <fda@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Title: FDA requires lower recommended doses for certain sleep drugs

	January 2013 http://www.fda.gov/womens       FDA requiring lower recommended dose for certain sleep drugs The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is reminding consumers that some drugs to treat insomnia could make them less able the next morning to perform activities for which they must be fully alert, including driving a car. FDA has informed the manufacturers of products containing zolpidem that the recommended dose for women for both immediate- and extended-release products should be lowered. FDA is also suggesting a lower dose range for men.  To learn more: http://go.usa.gov/YjhH   Please share this update with your network, members, constituents, and community. FDA Office of Women’s Health 10903 New Hampshire Avenue WO32 - Room 2333 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002 301-796-9440

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