Zopilone2mg

• Insomnia: Indicated for the management of insomnia, including difficulty in falling asleep, difficulty in maintaining sleep during the night, and waking up too early in the morning.

Adult Dose:

• Insomnia (18-64 years): 2 mg immediately before bedtime; may increase to 3 mg if clinically indicated.
• Elderly (>=65 years, difficulty falling asleep): 1 mg; may increase to 2 mg if needed.
• Elderly (difficulty staying asleep): 2 mg.
• Severe hepatic impairment: Max: 2 mg daily.

Child Dose: Safety and efficacy not established.

Common Side Effects:

• Sleepiness
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Taste change
• Dryness in mouth
• Rash
• Anxiety
• Hallucination
• Respiratory tract infection
• Viral infection
• Difficulty with coordination

Precautions:

• Eszopiclone may impair alertness and motor coordination; risk of morning impairment increases with dose.
• Take on an empty stomach (high-fat meal reduces absorption and effect).
• Take 30-45 minutes before bedtime and only when you have time to sleep for at least 7 hours.
• It makes you feel dizzy next morning; don't drive or do anything requiring concentration.
• Inform your doctor if sleep doesn't improve after 7-10 days.
• Stop taking and inform doctor if sleep driving or memory loss occurs.
• Inform doctor if behavioral changes, new or worsening depression or suicidal thoughts occur.
• Do not stop taking suddenly (may lead to anxiety, mood changes, restlessness).