Zopiclone Benefits & Uses

Zopiclone is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Insomnia

Zopiclone Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Insomnia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, dose may be increased up to 10 mg, as needed
Geriatric	Disease: Insomnia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, dose may be increased up to 10 mg, as needed

Zopiclone Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zopiclone is used -

Moderate

Uncoordinated Body Movements
Memory problems
Depression
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Dizziness
Dry Mouth
Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Hiccup
Vertigo
Dyspepsia

Zopiclone Related Warnings

Is the use of Zopiclone safe for pregnant women?

Zopiclone may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Zopiclone, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Zopiclone safe during breastfeeding?

Zopiclone should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Zopiclone on the Kidneys?

Zopiclone rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Zopiclone on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Zopiclone on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Zopiclone on the Heart?

Zopiclone is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Zopiclone with Other Drugs

Zopiclone should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Clarithromycin

Itraconazole

Ketoconazole

Nelfinavir

Moderate

Erythromycin

Caffeine

Zopiclone Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zopiclone unless your doctor advises you to do so -

COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Sleep Apnea
Angioedema
Depression
Suicidal Tendency
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Zopiclone

Is this Zopiclone habit forming or addictive?

Zopiclone can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Zopiclone you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Zopiclone is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, in many cases, taking Zopiclone can help with mental disorders.

Yes

Zopiclone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zopiclone

Taking Zopiclone with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Zopiclone

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Zopiclone as it can have severe side effects.

Severe