What are the best Suggested Dosage of Zopiclone?

Zopiclone is a Schedule IV drug prescribed for short term treatment (usually for 2-4 weeks) of insomnia (for a quick sleep and stops you to wake up during the night).

Zopiclone dosage

 The usual dose is 7.5mg, which should be taken an hour before going to bed. Low dose up to 3.75mg may be prescribed to elders or patients suffering from liver or kidney problems. It is to be taken orally with or without food.

Its dosage can be increased or decreased only as per the directions of the doctor. Sudden discontinuation may cause serious withdrawal symptoms.

Insomniac Patients can find buy zopiclone online USA  or from the nearby drug stores.

Side- Effects

 Its side- effects are very rare, which occur in one out of 100 patients. Any of the side- effects should be taken seriously, and the doctor should be consulted immediately. These may include the following -

Zopiclone causes dependency; therefore, it should be prescribed for a short period; if taken for the long term, it may become ineffective.

It may cause

●        amnesia (loss of memory).

●        Hallucinations (the patient sees or hear things that are not real).

●        Delusions (the patient may think things that are not real).

●       Feeling of depression

●       severe allergic reactions leading to itching, swelling of mouth, tongue, or face.

●       respiratory complexity, like difficulty in breathing or tightness in the chest or throat.

How to cope with side- effects of Zopiclone –

For bitter mouth, drink water or use mouthwash before going to bed.

If feeling dizzy or sleepy do not drive or use heavy machinery, it may cause serious accidents.

Precautions

Some precautions are to be kept in mind before taking Zopiclone, these include the following –

• Instruction leaflet given along with medicine should be read carefully before starting Zopiclone.
• In case the patient is suffering from any allergic reaction from Zopiclone or any other medicine.
• It should be avoided to be given to patients who suffer from liver or kidney disease.
• Those suffering from any type of respiratory problem should also not be prescribed Zopiclone.
• Ladies who are pregnant, trying to be pregnant, or lactating mothers should also not be prescribed with Zopiclone.
• It should be taken care if the patient is taking any of the following medicines -
• Medicines used for the treatment of schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, used for the treatment of anxiety or depression.
• Antibiotics used for the treatment of infections, fungal infections, HIV infections,
• Very strong pain killers.
• Medicines used to treat allergies, among others.
• Zopiclone should not be mixed with any herbal remedies or supplements or any medicines that cause drowsiness or increase sleepiness.
• In case it is used for the long term, it may show serious withdrawal symptoms, which may include depression, worrying, nervousness, or social isolation.
• This the medicine should not be shared with anyone.

Storage

 Zopiclone is to be stored at normal room temperature away from direct heat or light and moisture. It should be kept out of the reach of children and pets.