• Zopiclone is recommended for the treatment of insomnia and short-term anxiety. You need not take the drug for more than 4 weeks.
• The drug helps you fall asleep quickly and more importantly, it keeps you from waking up during the night, preventing sleep disturbance.
• Generally, Zopiclone has been found safe for most people with insomnia, provided they use it under the supervision of a doctor.
• Trials have found that the drug makes insomniac patients fall asleep within an hour of taking the drug.

Zopiclone is a non-benzodiazepine drug used to treat sleeping difficulties. It is molecularly distinct from benzodiazepines. It belongs to the class of drugs called cyclopyrrolone. Although the exact mechanism is unknown, Zopiclone increases the secretion of a specific neurotransmitter called gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the brain, similar to benzodiazepine drugs. With this mechanism of action, Zopiclone soothes the central nervous system, inducing sleep and relaxation.

• Zopiclone 7.5 mg is the recommended adult dose for insomnia, which is to be taken shortly before going to bed. Older patients may need Zopiclone 3.75 mg.
• The duration of treatment should not exceed more than 4 weeks. Using Zopiclone for more than 4 weeks is considered off-label.
• Take this medication orally, with a glass of water. Avoid chewing, crushing, breaking, or splitting the pill before consumption.
• Do not increase or decrease the dose of your own volition. You may develop tolerance with long-term or excessive use of Zopiclone, making it less effective.
• If you suspect an overdose, immediately seek medical help. Zopiclone overdose symptoms include drowsiness, shallow breathing, and fainting.

• Before you start using Zopiclone tablets, tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease, respiratory issues, a history of substance abuse, depression, seizures, etc.
• Tell your doctor if you are taking any OTC or prescription drugs, such as antidepressants, anti-seizure drugs, or opiates before using this sleeping aid medication.
• Avoid Zopiclone tablets if you are allergic to any cyclopyrrolone drugs.
• This insomnia medicine should be used during pregnancy only if it is clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits of the drug with your doctor.
• Some amount of Zopiclone is found in breast milk if taken by nursing mothers. So, consult your doctor about using the drug during breastfeeding.

• Drowsiness
• Dizziness
• Lightheadedness
• Bitter taste
• Dry mouth
• Headache

If any of these side effects persist or trouble you, inform your doctor. Immediately see a doctor if you develop symptoms such as rapid or irregular heartbeat, skin rashes, vision changes, slurred speech, severe drowsiness, confusion, depression, or behavioral changes.

• Since drowsiness and dizziness are the common side effects of Zopiclone, avoid operating machinery, or engaging in risky outdoor activities that require alertness.
• Limit alcoholic beverages during the course of treatment because a combination of alcohol and Zopiclone could increase the risk of severe dizziness and drowsiness.
• Older people are usually more sensitive to the effects of this sleeping aid. So, they should use the drug cautiously.
• Take the dose before going to bed. If you miss a dose, avoid taking it if the next dose is scheduled. Please do not double-up the dose to compensate for the missed dose.
• Store Zopiclone tablets away from children, pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and pets. Keep the drug out of the reach of teenagers as well.