Zopiclone and eszopiclone are different classes of sedative drugs, there is no equivalent substitution relationship.
1. Zopiclone is a non-dihydropyridine sedative with fast onset of action, fast metabolism and relatively high safety. It is commonly used in various kinds of insomnia.
Adverse reactions include drowsiness, dry mouth, bitter mouth, muscle weakness, amnesia, headache and so on.
Contraindicated for those who are allergic to the product, patients with decompensated respiratory insufficiency, patients with myasthenia gravis, severe sleep apnea syndrome, pregnant women, lactating women and children under 15 years of age should not be applied. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited during administration.
2. Eszopiclone is a short- to medium-acting benzodiazepine drug with relatively rapid onset of action. It is mainly used for anti-anxiety and insomnia. It can also be used for nervousness, fear and anti-epileptic and anticonvulsant.
Adverse reactions include dry mouth, drowsiness, dizziness, fatigue and rash.
Used with caution: pregnant and lactating women, acute alcoholism with the central nervous system in a state of depression, hepatic and renal impairment, myasthenia gravis, acute or easy-to-occur closed-angle glaucoma episodes, patients with severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Alcohol should not be consumed during medication.
Both need to avoid long-term use of large quantities, such as long-term use should be gradually reduced, should not be abruptly stopped, the initial application should start from a small dose, during the use of alcohol is prohibited.
Zopiclone and Eszopiclone are both prescription drugs for sedation. If you need to use them, it is recommended that you choose them under the guidance of a professional physician and according to your condition.