2006-10-24 00:04:59 · 5 answers · asked by Kay M 2 in Health ➔ Mental Health
Eszopiclone, available under the brand-name Lunesta, is a nonbenzodiazepine hypnotic agent, is a cyclopyrrone, which is used as a medication in treatment of insomnia. Eszopiclone is the active stereoisomer of zopiclone. Eszopiclone is a white to light-yellow crystalline solid. It is very lightly soluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol and soluble in aqueous phosphate buffer (pH 3.2).
The precise mechanism of action of eszopiclone as a hypnotic is unknown, but its effect is believed to result from its interaction with GABA receptor complexes at bindings domains located close to or allosterically coupled to benzodiazepine receptors.
Lunesta, which was developed by Sepracor, is FDA approved for long-term use; trials suggest that patients do not get addicted to Lunesta.
Side effects of eszopiclone may include unpleasant taste, headache, drowsiness and dizziness. Those who experience the unpleasant taste experience it upon awakening and describe it as metallic. Some experience the mild-to-moderate taste up to 24 hours after taking the drug, which should go away by performing morning rituals (i.e., brushing teeth, using mouthwash). Some doctors suggest drinking something acidic, such as orange juice, to remedy this side effect.
2006-10-24 00:10:36 · answer #1 · answered by Ajeesh Kumar 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't ever take the sleeping pills route!!
1. They will damage your liver big time and you can get into serious health problems.
2. You will get hooked up on them and you won't be able to have a normal life any more if you don't take your pills everyday.
The sleeping pills industry is damaging our health by capitalizing on our ignorance, and by distracting people from effective and natural ways to deal with this problem. I had been taking prescription sleep medications [Ambien] for over 5 years. It stopped working and I simply took more. Still did not work. Nights were very difficult - medication put me to sleep but I would wake up after 2–3 hours with a strong sympathetic response (fast pulse, pounding heartbeat, wide awake alert). It was a very difficult cycle to break. I was really in bad shape due to lack of sleep.
After years of struggling I was able to cure my insomnia naturally and pretty fast. I followed the Sleep Tracks sleep optimization program, here is their official web -site if you want to take a look: http://www.insomniacure.net
Ohhh..and Good Luck!
2014-09-17 09:54:58 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
How Does Lunesta Work
2016-11-13 10:02:14 · answer #3 · answered by wexler 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lunesta is a great drug when taken at the right dose and for the right reasons. For those who suffer from mild to moderate insomnia w/ trouble getting to sleep, the dose is usually 2mg. For those who suffer w/ severe insomnia or get up multiple times a night, the dose is usually 3mg. If you have liver or kidney problems, you'll only be able to take 1mg. It's best to speak to your doctor to get the right dose for your needs. Though very rare, it is possible with all sleep aids (including lunesta) to develop an addiction to them...
2006-10-24 02:30:02 · answer #4 · answered by ? 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have taken lunesta. First off it is diffrent from ambient as that it is NOT additcting. Second yes it worked for me in 2mg doses. Good Luck!
2006-10-24 00:15:29 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Please see the webpages for more details on Eszopiclone (generic name) Lunesta (brand name)
2006-10-24 00:16:22 · answer #6 · answered by gangadharan nair 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋