Dosing & Administration
Adult Dose
5-10 mg PO daily at bedtime. Max 23 mg/day in severe disease.
Pediatric Dose
Not established.
Renal Adjustment
No adjustment necessary.
Hepatic Adjustment
No adjustment necessary.
Safety & Special Populations
Pregnancy Category
C
Lactation Safety
Unknown.
Contraindications & Adverse Effects
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to piperidine derivatives
Common Adverse Effects
- Nausea/Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Bradycardia
- Vivid dreams