<p><strong>Symptoms</strong>: Drowsiness, impairment of consciousness from somnolence to coma, compromised CV and respiratory function.<br />
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<strong>Management</strong>: Treatment is largely symptomatic and supportive. IV fluids should be administered as needed. Activated charcoal may be given if presented w/in 1 hr of ingestion of &gt;1 mg/kg zolpidem in adults or childn. Gastric lavage may be considered if presented w/in 1 hr of ingestion of &gt;100 mg zolpidem and monitor for at least 12 hr. Flumazenil may be used if there is severe CNS depression, but generally not needed. Haemodialysis is unlikely to be useful.</p>