Eszopiclone 3 mg

Description

Eszopiclone 3 mg is blue round pill with imprint L36 is used in the treatment of insomnia(sleep problem) and belongs to the drug class miscellaneous anxiolytics, sedatives and hypnotics.It may help you fall asleep faster,stay asleep longer, and lessen how often you wake up during the night,so you can get better night’s rest.

It belongs to the group of medicines called central nervous system (CNS) depressants, which slow down the nervous system.It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect to your body and mind which make you feel more relaxed.The brand name of eszopiclone is Lunesta. Use of this medication is usually limited to short treatment periods of 1 to 2 weeks or less. If your insomnia continues for a longer time, talk to your doctor to see if you need other treatment.

Comparing the Mechanism of Action and Effectiveness

Before taking this eszopiclone (lunesta) medicine always read the medication guide provided by your doctor or pharmacist.You should avoid using this medication if you’re allergic to it or It can cause an abrupt reaction to your skin. Eszopiclone is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.Tell your doctor if you ever had problems like:

• Liver diseases
• A breathing disorders
• Depression 
• Mental illness
• suicidal thoughts
• drug or alcohol addiction.
• Also tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• The sedative effects of eszopiclone may be stronger in older adults.
• Accidental falls are common in elderly patients who take sedatives.
• Use caution to avoid falling or accidental injury while you are taking eszopiclone.
• Do not take a dose of this drug unless you have time for a full night’s sleep of at least 7 to 8 hours.
• If you have to wake up before that, you may have some memory loss and may have trouble safely doing anything that needs alertness, such as driving or operating machinery. 

      Usage of eszopiclone

• Take this medicine only as directed by your doctor. Do not take more of it, do not take it more oftenly, and do not take it for a longer time than your doctor ordered. If too much is taken, it may become addictive or habit-forming (which can cause serious mental or physical dependence).
• This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Read manually and follow these instructions carefully. Ask your doctor if you have any kind of questions related to this medication.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

      Storage And Dosage of eszopiclone

      Storage of eszopiclone

• Store this medication in a closed container at normal room temperature,away from heat,moisture or direct light.
• Keep out of the reach of children as it will be very dangerous for childrens.
• Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
• Ask your healthcare professional as they will guide you, how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use.

       Dosage of eszopiclone

• The doses of this medicine will be different for different patients.follow your doctor instructions or guidelines properly.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.
• The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.

 For oral dosage form (tablets) For insomnia:

Adults: First, 1 milligram (mg) at bedtime. Your doctor may adjust your dose as required. However, the dose is usually not more than 3 mg per day.

Older adults:First, 1 mg at bedtime. Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed. However, the dose is usually not more than 2 mg per day.

Children:Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.

Potential Side effects and Risks

Eszopiclone may cause a severe allergic reaction. Stop taking eszopiclone and get emergency medical help immediately if you have signs of an allergic reaction:

• Hives
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• difficulty breathing
• swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Some people using this medicine have engaged in activities while not fully and later have no memory of it.This may include certain things like walking,driving or making phone calls.If this happens to you then immediately stop taking eszopiclone and call your doctor right away.This could lead you to serious injury or death could occur if you walk or drive while you are not fully awake.

Eszopiclone may cause some serious side effects or risk such as:

• Anxiety and depression
• Aggression
• agitation
• memory problems
• unusual thoughts or behavior
• thoughts of hurting yourself or
• confusion, hallucinations (hearing or seeing things).

Eszopiclone may have certain common side effects too such as:

• day-time drowsiness
•  Dizziness
•  “hangover” feeling
• Headache
•  Anxiety
• dry mouth
• unusual or unpleasant taste in your mouth
• Rash or
•  cold or flu symptoms such as fever, body aches, sore throat, cough, runny or stuffy nose.

  Precautions

• It is very important that your doctor checks your progress on a regular basis to make sure that this medicine is working properly and to check for any unwanted effects occurring in your body . 
• If you think you need to take eszopiclone for more than 7 to 10 days, be sure to discuss it with your doctor accordingly. Insomnia that lasts longer than this may be a sign of other medical issues.
• Eszopiclone may cause serious allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis and angioedema, which can be life-threatening and require immediate medical attention.
•  Call your doctor right away if you have itching, hives, hoarseness, trouble breathing, trouble swallowing, or any swelling of your hands, face, or mouth while you are using this medicine.
• This medicine may cause you to do things while you are still asleep that you may not remember the next morning. This medicine will add to the effects of alcohol and other CNS depressants (medicines that make you drowsy or less alert).
• This medicine may cause some people, especially older persons, to become drowsy, dizzy, lightheaded, clumsy or unsteady, or less alert than they normally are, which may lead to falls.

                  Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’S)

1.Is eszopiclone (Lunesta) a sleeping pill?

Eszopiclone (Lunesta) is a sedative-hypnotic that is prescribed to people with insomnia (trouble falling asleep or staying asleep).

2. Is eszopiclone the same as Xanax?

Eszopiclone (Lunesta) and alprazolam (Xanax) are not the same. They belong to different drug classes and work differently. Your healthcare professional will help you decide which medication is right for you.

3. How long does it take for eszopiclone to start working?

Eszopiclone starts working within 1 hour. You should take this medicine right before you go to bed or if you are already in bed and are having trouble falling asleep. Make sure that when you take eszopiclone you have at least 7-8 hours of sleeping time left before you need to get out of bed.