Question 1

What is Zopiclone used for?

Accepted Answer

Short-term treatment of difficulty sleeping (insomnia), trouble falling asleep, waking up too early, waking up several times during the night

Question 2

How do you take Zopiclone?

Accepted Answer

Take one 7.5mg tablet by mouth just before bedtime. Swallow it whole with water — do not crush or chew it. Make sure you have at least 7 to 8 hours to sleep before you need to wake up. Do not take it with or right after a heavy meal as it may take longer to work. Your doctor will usually prescribe it for only 2 to 4 weeks.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Zopiclone?

Accepted Answer

Bitter or metallic taste in the mouth, feeling drowsy or tired the next morning, dry mouth, feeling dizzy or lightheaded, mild headache

Question 4

Who should not take Zopiclone?

Accepted Answer

People allergic to zopiclone or any of its ingredients, people with severe breathing problems or sleep apnea (when breathing stops during sleep), people with severe liver disease, people with a condition called myasthenia gravis (serious muscle weakness), children under 18, and anyone who has had problems with drug or alcohol addiction.

Question 5

Is Zopiclone safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Zopiclone is not safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding — it can harm your unborn baby or pass into breast milk and affect your baby, so consult your doctor for safer alternatives.

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