Zaleplon and driving impairment : case report.

Author(s)
Stillwell, M.E.
Year
Abstract

Zaleplon, a sedative-hypnotic, was identified in the blood of a subject arrested for impaired driving. Symptoms reported were those of central nervous system (CNS) depression. The zaleplon concentration was determined to be 0.13 mg/mL. Symptoms included slow movements and reactions, poor coordination, and lack of balance. Although no quantitative relationship between blood concentrations and degree of driving impairment is currently possible, it is reasonable to conclude that because of its specific activity as a sedative-hypnotic, blood concentrations consistent with doses exceeding therapeutic concentrations of zaleplon have the potential to cause impairment of psychomotor function, and would impair a person's level of consciousness and driving ability. (Author/publisher)

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20080105 ST [electronic version only]
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Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol. 48 (2003), No. 3 (May), p. 677-679, 13 ref.

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