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What is zopiclone?

Zopiclone is used to treat short-term sleep problems or insomnia. It helps you fall asleep more quickly, and also helps stop you waking up during the night. It works on chemicals in your brain to make you relaxed and sleepy.

Zopiclone should only be used for a short time (usually for a few nights and no more than 2–3 weeks). This is because your body gets used to it quickly and after this time it’s unlikely to have the same effect. Your body can also become dependent on it (reliant on it).

You should only use zopiclone if other non-medication treatments aren’t working. Try to find out why you may not be sleeping well. It’s best to continue to use relaxation techniques while you are taking zopiclone. Read more about insomnia, sleep and tips to improve your sleeping habits.  Where to buy Zopiclone online in New Zealand & Australia

Dose

• In Aotearoa New Zealand zopiclone is available as 7.5 mg tablets.
• The usual dose of zopiclone is 1 tablet at bedtime.
• A lower dose (half a tablet) is recommended in older adults (over 65 years of age). Taking a lower dose reduces the risk of excessive sleepiness, which can lead to falls and other side effects.
• Zopiclone takes around 1 hour to work.
• Your doctor will prescribe a short course, usually for a few nights and no more than 2–3 weeks.
• Always take your zopiclone exactly as your doctor has told you. The pharmacy label on your medicine will tell you how much to take, how often to take it and any special instructions.

Precautions before starting zopiclone

• Do you have conditions of respiratory weakness such as myasthenia gravis, respiratory failure or sleep apnoea?
• Do you have liver or kidney problems?
• Do you have any mental health conditions or issues with alcoholism or drug abuse?
• Do you have breathing problems such as asthma or COPD?
• Are you pregnant or breastfeeding?
• Do you have dementia?
• Are you taking any other medicines including medicines that can make you more drowsy such as opioids or sedating antihistamines?
• Are you taking any over-the-counter or complementary medicines, eg, vitamins, minerals, herbal or naturopathic medicines?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, it’s important that you tell your doctor or pharmacist before you start zopiclone. Sometimes a medicine isn’t suitable for a person with certain conditions or it can only be used with extra care. Where to buy Zopiclone online in New Zealand & Australia

How to take zopiclone

• Only use zopiclone if you have to.
• You do not need to take zopiclone every night.
• Try to fall asleep first using sleep hygiene techniques and then use zopiclone only if you remain awake.
• Do not crush or chew the tablet. Take your dose with a glass of water (200-250 mLs).
• Do not take zopiclone if you wake up from your sleep during the night.
• If you forget to take your tablet, just start again the next night. Never take double the dose.

Cautions while you are taking zopiclone

Drowsiness

Zopiclone causes drowsiness but it can affect people in different ways. In some people, drowsiness can last 12 hours after taking the dose. This can feel like a ‘hangover’ with symptoms including sleepiness, difficulty co-ordinating, falls and dizziness. Where to buy Zopiclone online in New Zealand & Australia

Avoid alcohol

Drinking alcohol before or after taking zopiclone can cause severe drowsiness, breathing problems and you may find it difficult to wake up.

Avoid driving or biking

Do not drive or use a bike until you know how zopiclone affects you.

Risk of falls

Zopiclone can increase your risk of falls because of its affect on concentration and sleepiness, and it can also cause muscle weakness. The risk of falls is greater if you are an older adult over 65 years, if you get out of your bed at night, and if you are taking other medicines that also put you at risk of falls. Read about medicines and falls risk and preventing falls. Where to buy Zopiclone online in New Zealand & Australia

Stopping zopiclone suddenly

If you have been using zopiclone for longer than a few weeks, do not stop taking it suddenly. It is best to reduce the dose slowly. Speak to your doctor about how to do this. Stopping suddenly can cause withdrawal symptoms such as anxiety and restlessness, and more sleep problems. Where to buy Zopiclone online in New Zealand & Australia

Dependence (relying on it)

This is more likely to happen if you have been taking zopiclone for more than a few weeks. These symptoms include difficulty stopping, sleeping problems, headache, irritability and nervousness. Some people are more likely to develop dependence than others and seem to be very sensitive to the cravings. You may be at greater risk if you have mental health problems such as depression, or a history of substance abuse, including alcohol and recreational drugs.

To reduce your risk of dependence, use zopiclone on only 2 or 3 nights each week, rather than every night. Only use zopiclone if you have to – try to fall asleep first using sleep hygiene techniques and then use zopiclone only if you remain awake. Where to buy Zopiclone online in New Zealand & Australia