Zopiclone

What is Zopiclone?

Zopiclone is a hypnotic from the group of cyclopirrolone derivatives used as a treatment for insomnia. The drug induces sleep rapidly without diminishing REM sleep in its general structure and maintains sleep while maintaining a normal phase rhythm. It differs from benzodiazepines and barbiturates in that it does not cause fatigue or drowsiness in the morning.

The remedy has sedative, anxiolytic, central muscle-relaxing, anticonvulsant, and amnestic properties. Zopiclone's sedative-hypnotic effect is due to a high degree of affinity for the binding sites on the GABA receptor complex in the central nervous system.

The substance is intended solely to facilitate falling asleep. Its advantage is that it does not cause post-somal disturbances such as feeling fatigued and sleepy the next morning. Compared to classic sleeping pills, Zopiclone does not cause such serious side effects. With the correct application and the duration of the cycle, it will not bring any negative consequences.

Characteristics

• Classification: Z-drugs
• Active Half-life: 3 hours
• Dosage: 7.5-15 mg a day

Zopiclone Benefits

• Reduces the time you fall asleep and reduces the number of nighttime awakenings.
• Increases overall sleep duration and improves your self-awareness
• Slightly reduces REM sleep.
• Does not cause addiction when used correctly. Taking the drug for the recommended 4 weeks does not cause any dependence.
• Does not cause post-somnic disturbances: there is no feeling of fatigue and drowsiness the next morning.

How to Take Zopiclone?

Zopiclone is taken orally with water. The standart dose is 7.5 mg by mouth at night. It cab be increased to 15 mg if you have severe insomnia. The drug starts working in 20-30 minutes.

Patients with severe hepatic impairment should take no more than 3.75 mg. Do not stop using the drug abruptly, especially after prolonged use. Аlcohol consumption should be excluded during the cycle. Be careful when driving a car and working with mechanisms.

The drug can be addictive, so it is not recommended to take it longer than the prescribed period (i.e., four weeks). Taking Zopiclone for 2-3 weeks cannot cause any dependence.

Possible Side Effects and How to Avoid Them

Zopiclone causes significantly fewer side effects compared to classic hypnotics. Such side effects can occur if you increase the recommended substance dosage:

• nausea
• dizziness
• drowsiness
• confusion
• skin rash

If you have any side effects, then reduce the substance's dosage, after which they should disappear.

Popular Zopiclone Q&A

What effects does Zopiclone provide?

Zopiclone is commonly used by athletes who have had a drop in daily activity with sleep quality or quantity. They can often experience fatigue and forgetfulness due to poor sleep at night.

It is essential to have a healthy sleep in the period before the competition, when you need to look stunning and feel just as cheerful. Anything you are trained for can lead to failure due to small differences in attention, reaction times, and perceived energy levels. To prevent such moments, bodybuilders use Zopiclone for self-confidence, healthy sleep and well-being.

Is Zopiclone safe?

Yes, it is safe. The substance does not cause any serious side effects, and those caused by conventional sleeping pills. Subject to the dosage and cycle duration rules, it will not cause any negative consequences or addiction.

It does not cause post-somnic disturbances and its repeated receptions are not accompanied by cumulation.