Zopiclone no prescriptions needed
What is Zopiclone and when is it used?
Zopiclone is used under medical prescription for the treatment of severe sleep disturbances, in particular disorders related to difficulty falling asleep, continuity of sleep and early awakening. Zopiclone should only be taken in the presence of marked sleep disturbances and for a short period (for a total of no more than 10 days). If your doctor exceptionally considers prescribing it for a longer period, he will explain to you if you need to continue the treatment, which you will need to check regularly afterwards.
When is caution required in the administration / use of Zopiclone?
If you suffer from liver function disorders, kidney disease and breathing difficulties, Zopiclone should be taken with caution and the dosage determined by your doctor.
Other medications with a calming and sedative effect on the brain (central nervous system) can strengthen the effect of Zopiclone. These include, for example, tranquilizers (including natural or plant-based preparations containing hypericum), other sleeping pills, certain painkillers, medicines for mental disorders (psychotropic drugs), antiepileptics, anesthetics, sedative antihistamines and alcoholic beverages. Certain antibiotics or mycosis medications can reinforce the effectiveness of Zopiclone.
Risk of addiction: The active ingredient in Zopiclone belongs to a class of chemicals that act like other sleeping pills, such as the ubiquitous benzodiazepines that can cause addiction. The risk of addiction is greater in case of prolonged use of Zopiclone and in people who have already suffered from psychiatric disorders, alcoholism or drug addiction, and causes, in the event of abrupt discontinuation of the drug, withdrawal symptoms: agitation, anxiety, insomnia, impaired concentration, headache and sweating. These symptoms generally disappear after 2 - 3 weeks.
How to use Zopiclone?
In general, the lowest effective dose is always used for the shortest possible period. Zopiclone should not be used for prolonged periods as the risk of addiction increases with the duration of treatment.
The exact dosage is decided by the doctor. Unless otherwise prescribed, the usual dosage for adults is 1 tablet per day (7.5 mg). In the elderly or patients with reduced hepatic function or chronic respiratory insufficiency ½ tablet (3.75 mg) may be sufficient.
Take Zopiclone with some water or a non-alcoholic drink just before going to sleep. Your doctor will decide how long you should take Zopiclone.
Do not change the prescribed dosage on your own. If you think that the action of the medicine is too weak or too strong, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
