About zopiclone
Non-benzodiazepine sleeping medicine
Used for
- Short-term treatment of insomnia in adults.
Usual adult dose
Usually 7.5 mg by mouth just before bed; lower doses may be used in older adults or some health conditions.
Common side effects
- Bitter or metallic taste
- Drowsiness or dizziness
- Dry mouth
- Memory problems or unsteadiness
Important warnings
- Use only short term; dependence and withdrawal can occur.
- Avoid alcohol and other sedatives; breathing and alertness may be dangerously reduced.
- Do not drive or operate machinery if drowsy; effects may persist the next day.
- Sleepwalking or other unusual activities while not fully awake can occur.
Pregnancy
Generally avoided, particularly near delivery; use during pregnancy requires medical assessment.
Breastfeeding
Passes into breast milk; may cause infant sleepiness or poor feeding. Medical advice is needed before use.
Interactions
- Alcohol and opioids increase sedation and breathing risks.
- Other sleeping medicines, tranquilizers, or sedating antihistamines increase drowsiness.
- Some antibiotics and antifungals can raise zopiclone levels.
- Rifampicin, carbamazepine, or phenytoin may reduce its effect.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.