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zolpidem tartrate (Stilnox CR / FK199B / Stilnoxium)

✓ Approved

Astellas Pharma · GABRA1 · Small Molecule

What is zolpidem tartrate?

zolpidem tartrate is a small molecule developed by Astellas Pharma. It is approved for therapeutic indications via oral (po).

Drug Profile

Brand NamesStilnox CR, FK199B, Stilnoxium
CompanyAstellas Pharma
Drug ClassSmall Molecule
Molecular TargetGABRA1
RouteOral (PO)
StatusApproved
Sources: ClinicalTrials.gov, Astellas Pharma

Mechanism of Action

Molecular Targets

zolpidem tartrate acts on 1 molecular target:

GABRA1gamma-aminobutyric acid type A receptor alpha1 subunit (DEE19, ECA4)
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Therapeutic Indications

zolpidem tartrate is developed for 1 unique indication across 1 therapeutic area.

Therapeutic AreaConditionPhase
Psychiatric disordersInsomnia✓ Approved

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