Cirq Plus 5 Tablet

Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:00 AM (IST)

Cirq Plus 5 Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of insomnia. It helps to synchronize the body’s biological day-night rhythm. It resolves trouble falling asleep and ensures sound sleep.

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MRP ₹80

General Information

Contains

Melatonin (3mg)+ Zolpidem (5mg)

Marketer

Eris Lifesciences Ltd

Storage

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Product introduction

Cirq Plus 5 Tablet is to be taken on an empty stomach, preferably just before bedtime. However, it is advised to take it at a fixed time each day to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the blood. You should never skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medicine should not be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor.

Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, diarrhea, and headache. It even causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. It is important to note that this medicine should not be used for daily naps.

Consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are suffering from any liver or kidney problems. You should avoid smoking and alcohol while using this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should not use this medicine. However, if the need arises, please consult your doctor before using it.

Uses of Cirq Plus Tablet

Insomnia

Benefits of Cirq Plus Tablet

Insomnia
Cirq Plus 5 Tablet helps treat insomnia (difficulty falling or staying asleep) in people who have problems related to their sleeping habits. Insomnia may cause you to wake up earlier than usual and you may find it difficult to go back to sleep. It works by slowing down the abnormal activity of nerves in the brain to allow sleep. It also improves the sleep-wake cycle and restores it to normal. This helps you relax, feel calm and more energetic. It also helps you concentrate better and improves your quality of life.

Side effects of Cirq Plus Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Cirq Plus

Nausea
Diarrhea
Headache
Dizziness
Drowsiness

How to use Cirq Plus Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cirq Plus 5 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

How Cirq Plus Tablet works

Cirq Plus 5 Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Melatonin and Zolpidem which work on your brain to make you feel relaxed and sleepy. Melatonin is a natural hormone which regulates the sleep-wake cycle and helps fall asleep. Zolpidem is a sedative which works by slowing activity of the nerve cells in the brain and helps sleep for longer.

Quick tips

Cirq Plus 5 Tablet helps promote sleep in people who have difficulty sleeping.
Take the tablet before going to bed. This will help the medicine to work later in the night.
Do not drink alcohol while you are taking Cirq Plus 5 Tablet because it will reduce its effectiveness in helping you to sleep.
Apart from taking this medicine, incorporate these tips to prevent insomnia:
1. Try to reduce the amount of caffeine you drink, especially in the afternoon and evening.
2. Avoid eating heavy meals before bedtime.
3. Exercise early in the day, rather than in the evening.
4. Reduce screen time before going to bed.
5. Keep regular sleeping hours.
6. Create a sleeping environment by switching off lights and having an ambient room temperature.
7. If you are unable to sleep, do not lie down on the bed worrying about it. Get up and do something you find relaxing until you feel sleepy again, then go back to bed.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Cirq Plus 5 Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Cirq Plus 5 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cirq Plus 5 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Cirq Plus 5 Tablet is safe as per American Association of Pregnancy.

Driving

UNSAFE

Cirq Plus 5 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Cirq Plus 5 Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
However, based on the limited information available it is advised that Cirq Plus 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Cirq Plus 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cirq Plus 5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Cirq Plus 5 Tablet is generally started at a low dose in patients with mild to moderate liver disease and is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Yes

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

References

Patient concerns

Best medicine for curing insomnia

Dr. Anuneet Sabharwal

Psychiatry

Depends on the cause of insomnia

I can not sleep more than 5 hours,i had thyroid problem,for that thyroid .75 is taking,also taking asomax for b p problem though it is 130/90, my main problem sins is I can't sleep more than 5 hours ,

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Diabetology

Consult a psychiatrist for insomnia

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Marketer details

Name: Eris Lifesciences Ltd
Address: 8th Floor, Commerce House IV, Prahladnagar, Ahmedabad – 380015 Gujarat, India

Vendor Details

Country of origin: India

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