The dosage of Dexzopiclone Tablet’s drug insert varies according to the population, ranging from 1mg to 3mg, as follows.
1. The recommended starting dose for adults is 2mg before going to sleep, and the starting dose can be increased to 3mg according to the clinical needs because 3mg can prolong the sleep time more effectively.
2. For elderly patients who have difficulty in falling asleep, the recommended starting dose is 1mg before bedtime, which can be increased to 2mg if necessary, and for elderly patients with sleep maintenance disorders, the recommended dose is 2mg before bedtime.
3. This product should be used with caution in patients with severe hepatic impairment, with an initial dose of 1mg.
4. Combined with CYP3A4 strong inhibitors, the initial dose of this product should not be greater than 1mg, and can be increased to 2mg if necessary.
Dexzopiclone tablets, the main ingredient of which is dexzopiclone, belongs to the non-benzodiazepine class of sedative-hypnotic drugs, and is also a representative drug of the third generation of sedative-hypnotic drugs, with sedative, anxiolytic and anticonvulsant effects.
Since a high-fat diet can interfere with drug absorption, avoid high-fat foods before taking the drug.
Adverse effects of Dexzopiclone Tablet mainly include headache, dizziness, blurred vision, dry mouth, as well as nausea and vomiting.
Dexzopiclone tablets are contraindicated in patients with severe apnea syndrome, myasthenia gravis, and severe respiratory insufficiency.
In order to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the medication, it must be used in strict accordance with medical advice.