Eszopiclone

US Brand Name : Lunesta

HOW TO TAKE
Take eszopiclone just before going to bed, when you are ready to go to sleep, or when you are having trouble falling asleep. This medicine works very quickly to put you to sleep.

Swallow the tablet whole. Do not break, crush, or chew it.

Take this medicine on an empty stomach. Do not take eszopiclone with meals or right after a heavy, high-fat meal.

Do not take this medicine when your schedule does not permit you to get a full night's sleep (7 to 8 hours). If you must wake up before this, you may continue to feel drowsy and have memory problems.

Dosing
The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

  • For oral dosage form (tablets):

    • For insomnia:

      • Adults—At first, 1 milligram (mg) at bedtime. However, the dose is usually not more than 3 mg per day.

      • Older adults—At first, 1 mg at bedtime. However, the dose is usually not more than 2 mg per day.

      • Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.

Breastfeeding

There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.