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lormetazepam · Medicine question

Is lormetazepam contraindicated in people with sleep apnoea syndrome?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Answer

Yes, lormetazepam is contraindicated in people with sleep apnoea syndrome.

Sources for this answer

Lormetazepam Tablets 0.5 mgGenus Pharmaceuticals · emc · SmPC §4.3 Contraindications · Version 8Document updated 8 April 2026

Sources checked 8 November 2026

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