Is it safe to take zopiclone long term?

Long term use of zopiclone may cause tolerance and dependence, leading to withdrawal and rebound insomnia if the medicine is stopped abruptly. A gradual reduction in dose and/or frequency of use can reduce the likelihood of withdrawal effects after long-term use1–3.

How many days in a row can you take zopiclone?

Usually zopiclone is not taken for more than two to four weeks. Some people take zopiclone for a very short time (two to five days). People can become dependent on the effects of zopiclone if they take it for more than a month, and then when they stop, they are more likely to get withdrawal symptoms.

What is a good substitute for Zopiclone?

Eszopiclone, a stereoisomer of zopiclone, is a non-benzodiazepine hypnotic agent of the cyclopyrrolone family. Similar to zopiclone, eszopiclone is a synthetic compound shown to be effective in treating insomnia ,11-13.

Is zopiclone safe to take?

Zopiclone is a non-benzodiazepine hypnotic often prescribed to insomniacs by their doctors on the assumption that they’re safer than other types of sleeping pills. Unfortunately that’s not the case and some experts are growing concerned that the so-called ‘ Z drugs ‘ are being over-prescribed and that this has been taking place for too long.

What’s it like being on zopiclone for 15 years?

I’VE BEEN ON ZOPILCONE FOR 15 YEARS. I TRYED TO STOP TAKING THEM WITHOUT ANY MEDICAL HELP. THE SIDE EFFECTS ARE VERY BAD. I HAD FAST HEART RATE, HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE, SWEATS, THE JERKS AND BREATHING PROBLEMS. I WAS TAKING 5 TO 6, 7.5MG PER NIGHT IN THE END.

Is it normal to have trouble sleeping on zopliclone?

For more specific advice unique to your particular situation, consult a local medical professional. Yes it is. Depends on what is at stake. Prior to zopliclone, I would be unable to sleep 2 or 3 nights a week. No reason for this, nothing ‘medical’ or no stress involved…just couldn’t sleep.

Does zopiclone make you hallucinate?

So yeah usually people KO (BE CAREFUL when mixing this) or have some delirium effects which can be physical, visual, auditory and cause madd scary and real-hallucinations. Why do people take Zopiclone tablets? Zopiclone is a sedative drug, simply a sleeping pill.