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Imovane is indicated for:
Pharmacology
Zopiclone is a cyclopyrrolone-type sedative, a class chemically distinct from the older hypnotic drugs. It is described as short-acting. Despite this difference in chemical structure, its effects on the body closely resemble those of the benzodiazepines. Its actions include promoting sleep, calming, easing anxiety, preventing convulsions, and relaxing muscles. It produces these effects by acting on specific sites within the brain's GABAA receptor complex, which in turn regulates the opening of chloride channels in nerve cells.
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
Dosage: The recommended starting dose is 3.75 mg, taken as one-half of a 7.5 mg tablet. If needed, the dose can be increased to 5 mg, and then to 7.5 mg, when clinically indicated. In some patients, these higher doses leave enough zopiclone in the bloodstream the next morning to impair driving and other activities that require full alertness. The 7.5 mg dose should not be exceeded.
Side Effects
Common side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, and confusion, along with anterograde amnesia or memory problems. Some people notice a "drunk" or foggy feeling, mood changes such as euphoria, nightmares, agitation, anxiety or nervousness, hostility, depression, or reduced sex drive. It can also cause coordination problems, headache, muscle weakness (hypotonia), tremor, muscle spasms, tingling or numbness (paresthesia), and slurred or altered speech. Other effects include palpitations, a bitter or unusual taste in the mouth (dysgeusia), dry mouth, a coated tongue, and bad breath, as well as digestive issues such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, and either loss of appetite or increased appetite.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Do not take more Imovane than your doctor has prescribed, and do not use it for longer than recommended. Treatment should be kept as short as possible, since the risk of dependence increases the longer it is used. Do not take Imovane if you drink alcohol. Talk to your doctor if you have had episodes of sleepwalking in the past, or if sleepwalking runs in your family. Also talk to your doctor if you have a condition that affects your sleep, such as Periodic Limb Movement Disorder (involuntary movement of the limbs during sleep) or Restless Legs Syndrome (an urge to move the legs, usually with uncomfortable and unpleasant sensations, that begins or worsens during periods of inactivity, typically in the evening and night).
Contraindications
Zopiclone should not be used by patients with severe liver impairment or severely reduced respiratory function.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Do not take Zopiclone at any point during pregnancy, as it may affect your developing baby. The medicine also passes into breast milk, so it should be avoided if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will discuss this with you.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Use in Special Populations
Zopiclone is not meant for use in patients under 18 years of age.
Overdose
A zopiclone overdose usually shows up as depression of the central nervous system, and how severe it is depends on how much was taken. It can range from drowsiness to coma. In mild cases the person is drowsy, confused and lethargic. In more severe cases there may be ataxia, hypotonia, hypotension, methaemoglobinaemia, respiratory depression and coma.
On its own, a zopiclone overdose should not be life threatening. The risk goes up when it is taken together with other CNS depressants, including alcohol. Other factors can make the symptoms worse too, such as an existing illness or a debilitated state, and very rarely the outcome can be fatal.
Treatment is symptomatic and supportive, given in a suitable clinical setting, with close attention to breathing and heart and circulation function. Gastric lavage or activated charcoal helps only if it is done soon after the tablets were swallowed.
⚠️ In an emergency call 999 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department.
Storage
Keep Zopiclone in a dry place at room temperature, between 15°C and 30°C. Protect it from light. Store it somewhere safe, out of reach of children.
Drug Interactions
Common questions about Imovane 7.5 mg
What is Imovane 7.5 mg Tablet?
Imovane 7.5 mg Tablet is a medicine that contains Zopiclone. It is made by Synovia Pharma PLC. It belongs to the Miscellaneous sedatives & hypnotics group of medicines.
What is Imovane used for?
Imovane is used for: Insomnia.
What are the side effects of Imovane?
Common side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, and confusion, along with anterograde amnesia or memory problems. Some people notice a "drunk" or foggy feeling, mood changes such as euphoria, nightmares, agitation, anxiety or nervousness, hostility, depression, or reduced sex drive.
Can I take Imovane during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Do not take Zopiclone at any point during pregnancy, as it may affect your developing baby. The medicine also passes into breast milk, so it should be avoided if you are breastfeeding. Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
What happens if I take too much Imovane?
A zopiclone overdose usually shows up as depression of the central nervous system, and how severe it is depends on how much was taken. It can range from drowsiness to coma. In an emergency call 999 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department.
How should I store Imovane?
Keep Zopiclone in a dry place at room temperature, between 15°C and 30°C. Protect it from light.
Can I take other medicines with Imovane?
Some medicines can interact with Zopiclone, for example: Flumazenil. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take.
Is there a cheaper medicine with the same ingredient?
Imovane is already among the lowest-priced brands of Zopiclone at this strength.
Do I need a prescription for Imovane?
Imovane is a prescription (Rx) medicine. Take it as your doctor advises.