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RSD Alert is a voluntary
organisation publishing RSD/CRPS
information, mostly provided by
our readers.
Every approved medical drug works for some people but not for others.
Don't be alarmed by what you read. If in doubt consult your medical
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Drugs |
Drugs on RSD Alert
(notes and comments from correspondents) |
Zileze |
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Description |
Proprietary name for Zopiclone, which is also marketed under the brand name Zimovane. Zopiclone is a hypnotic (sleeping drug) used for short-term treatment of insomnia. It possesses no anti-anxiety properties. Therefore, it may be suitable in dosages from 3.75 to 7.5mg. for cases of insomnia that are not accompanied by anxiety. Intended for occasional use only |
Side effects(Don't be unduly alarmed. All drugs cause side effects for some patients) |
Daytime drowsiness, which normally diminishes after the first few days of treatment, and a bitter taste in the mouth. Persistent morning drowsiness or impaired co-ordination are signs of excessive dose. |
Warnings(These are standard cautions but may not apply in your case) |
Dependence can develop after as little as one week of continuous use. If you fall asleep without having taken a dose and wake some time later, do not take the missed dose. Patients who have been taking this drug for longer than 7 days should consult their doctor before withdrawing treatment. |
Comments |
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have been taking Zopiclone tablets and have been left with a horrible
taste in my mouth, is that normal? Lynda - Dunedin, New Zealand
Zopiclone is a mild sleeping tablet and I have been taking it for about 3 years. Like anything new your body will get used to it and hopefully you will get used to any side effects. I have to say that since increasing my Gabapentin at night, I don't need to take it any more. Side effects include bitter/metallic after taste and dry mouth. I was told that they weren't addictive as were the old type of sleeping tablets. I was told that it is non addictive. Now I see that information was wrong. However, I have taken it for three years and came off it quite easily without any effects when I increased the Gabapentin. Sallie - Derbyshire, UK They came in a white box with blue writing although the packaging could now have been changed. I was told that they weren't addictive as well. Kirsty - UK Yep you are right, Lynda, Zopiclone taste puck! Take them with a big glass of water… it helps. Tim doesn't complain too much about the taste - he just wants sleep! It is only allowed to take 1/2 a day as you can get attached to them. Chris - New Zealand I think Zopiclone are wonderful though I do get a yucky metallic taste, but only as they are just beginning to work. This happens after about 15 minutes, and the next thing I know I am asleep. I sleep all night and have absolutely no hangover feeling the next day. I love the way they work… rather than making me feel drowsy and yucky before I fall asleep, it is like a sudden switch-off into sleep. I never take them before I go up to bed though; I did at my sisters once, then did things that I have no memory of the next day. (nothing dodgy, but I have no memory of conversations, writing emails etc that day). I also read about them not being recommended for long term use, like not to be taken every night. But the same warning applies to Temazepam etc, but I'd go for Zopiclone any day. I try not to take them every night. A 28-day pack probably lasts almost 3 months, with some weeks being busier than others. The info leaflet I have from Cox Pharmaceuticals warns about withdrawal effects - mostly neurological things like tingling in limbs, numbness, headaches, muscle pains and anxiety symptoms. And it advises to taper when stopping. I think I would prefer to go with the occasional use schedule. I tend to have a regular sleep pattern. I don't sleep for about 3 or 4 nights, then I am completely shattered, and sleep well for one or two… then no sleep again. The Zopiclone helps to bring the nights of sleep forward a bit. Tia - a member of RSD_UK Group My drug book says this one is only meant for short term use and it is addictive! Leanne - UK I have been reading about Heather who has been prescribed Lofepramine. I too was prescribed it 70mg twice daily. I suffer with anxiety and depression and have dreadful times when my sleep is poor. Since taking this drug I have had yellow bruising, severe muscle pain and muscle spasm. I have been prescribed Diazepam because twelve months ago my depression worsened, and now I take lithium alongside Lofepramine, and Frusemide because of water retention. I also have to take Zimovane as I can no longer sleep. I was told by my GP to increase Lofepramine but I felt dreadful and sweated profusely. Now I haven't a clue which tablet is causing me to feel so unwell. I am a qualified nurse who cannot practice because of my ill health, so please has any one any help for me as the hospital have given me no encouragement, and I have slowly lost faith in the doctors. Sian Goodman - UK |
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