Eszopiclone is generally recommended not to use more than 2 weeks of continuous medication, the need to gradually reduce the dose to stop, specifically according to the doctor’s instructions for medication.
Eszopiclone belongs to the benzodiazepine class of sedative-hypnotic drugs, suitable for anti-anxiety, insomnia, but also used for nervousness, panic and so on. Adverse effects include dry mouth, drowsiness, fatigue, dependence with long-term use of the drug, the elderly may also increase the risk of dementia, falls. Also, sensitivity to the drug decreases after several weeks of continuous use, so long-term use is generally not recommended.
It is recommended to start with a low dose, short-term, intermittent application, it is generally recommended that eszopiclone should not be used continuously for more than 2 weeks, the elderly and the presence of underlying diseases need to strictly follow the doctor’s instructions for the use of medication, the need to gradually reduce the dosage.
Eszopiclone is contraindicated in women and children during pregnancy, and should be used with caution in acute alcoholism, hepatic and renal impairment, myasthenia gravis, closed-angle glaucoma exacerbation, and severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Eszopiclone belongs to the prescription class of drugs, need to strictly follow the doctor’s instructions for medication, try not to exceed 2 weeks of continuous use.