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Zopiclone Imovane | Essential Insomnia & Sleep Support Guide
Zopiclone (Imovane) is a prescription sleeping medication used for the short-term treatment of insomnia. It can help people fall asleep more quickly and may reduce waking during the night, helping support a more continuous period of sleep.
Zopiclone Imovane is available as tablets in 3.75mg and 7.5mg strengths. It may also be available as a liquid formulation for people who have difficulty swallowing tablets, although the liquid must be specially prescribed by a doctor. Zopiclone is available only with a prescription.
Zopiclone generally takes around 1 hour to work. Because the body can become accustomed to the medication relatively quickly, treatment is usually prescribed for a short period, commonly around 2 to 4 weeks. Longer use can also increase the risk of dependence, so zopiclone should be taken only for as long as directed by a healthcare professional.
Common side effects of Zopiclone Imovane include a metallic taste in the mouth, dry mouth, and daytime sleepiness. Patients should be aware that drowsiness may continue into the following day and should take appropriate care with activities that require alertness.
Do not drink alcohol while taking zopiclone. Combining alcohol with zopiclone can increase its sedative effects and may result in an excessively deep sleep from which it can be difficult to wake. Patients should discuss alcohol use and other medications with their doctor or pharmacist while taking this medicine.
The usual adult dose of Zopiclone (Imovane) is a 7.5mg tablet taken shortly before bedtime. However, the appropriate dose depends on individual circumstances. A lower 3.75mg dose may initially be prescribed for people over 65 years of age or those with kidney or liver problems. Using a lower dose in these circumstances may help reduce the risk of excessive sleepiness and other side effects.
Zopiclone tablets should be swallowed whole and should not be crushed or chewed. They can be taken with or without food. Patients should follow their doctor’s instructions carefully and should not change the prescribed dose without medical advice.
Depending on the individual’s treatment plan, a doctor may recommend taking Zopiclone Imovane only on certain nights, such as 2 or 3 nights per week, rather than every night. This should be determined by the prescribing healthcare professional.
Zopiclone is also known by the brand name Zimovane. Because it can lead to dependence when used for longer periods, patients should use zopiclone exactly as prescribed and consult their doctor if their insomnia persists or requires ongoing treatment.
