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Indications & Uses
Sleepil is indicated for:
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
Adult dose: The dose of Eszopiclone should be tailored to the individual. For most non-elderly adults (aged 18 to 64), the recommended starting dose is 2 mg by mouth, taken immediately before bedtime. Treatment may be started at, or increased to, 3 mg where clinically appropriate. For elderly patients (aged 65 and older) who have difficulty falling asleep, the recommended starting dose is 1 mg by mouth, taken immediately before bedtime; in these patients the dose may be increased to 2 mg where clinically appropriate. For elderly patients who have difficulty staying asleep, the recommended dose is 2 mg immediately before bedtime. Pediatric dose: Pediatric dosing is not available. Taking Eszopiclone with, or immediately after, a heavy, high-fat meal slows its absorption and would be expected to reduce its effect on how quickly sleep is reached.
Side Effects
The most common side effects of sleep medicines such as Eszopiclone include drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, hallucinations, and difficulty with coordination.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Sleepon should be used with caution in patients who show signs and symptoms of depression; in such patients, the lowest effective dose should be prescribed. Caution is also advised when giving Sleepon to patients with impaired respiratory function. Benzodiazepines and similar agents can cause physical and psychological dependence. Tolerance may develop after repeated use of benzodiazepines and benzodiazepine-like agents for a few weeks. However, clinical trials of Sleepon over a period of 6 months showed no evidence of tolerance developing. Safety information: Sleepon should be taken only immediately before bedtime. After taking Sleepon, patients should not engage in any activity that requires full alertness, such as driving a car or operating machinery. Patients should not drink alcohol while taking Sleepon.
Contraindications
Eszopiclone should not be used in patients with depression, severe chronic obstructive lung disease, severe liver disease, a weakened patient, or anyone having thoughts of suicide.