In the US - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. This is not a complete list of possible side effects. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/ tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing. Tell your doctor right away if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: mental/mood changes (such as agitation, confusion, seeing/hearing things that are not there, rare thoughts of suicide), unusual behavior.Ī very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. Remember that this medication has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Taking the medication properly just before falling asleep will reduce your risk of these effects. Tell your doctor if your condition lasts or gets worse.ĭizziness, drowsiness, short-term memory loss, or lack of coordination may occur, especially during the first 2 hours after you take the medication. Properly stop the medication when so directed. Do not increase your dose, take it more often, or use it for a longer time than prescribed. This risk may be higher if you have a substance use disorder (such as overuse of or addiction to drugs/alcohol). Though it helps many people, this medication may sometimes cause addiction. Tell your doctor or pharmacist right away if you have withdrawal. Withdrawal is more likely if you have used zaleplon for a long time (more than a few weeks) or in high doses. To help prevent withdrawal, your doctor may lower your dose slowly. If you suddenly stop using this medication, you may have withdrawal symptoms (such as unusual depressed/anxious mood, stomach/ muscle cramps, vomiting, sweating, shakiness, or seizures). Contact your doctor if you continue to have trouble falling asleep several days after stopping zaleplon. You may feel anxious or have trouble falling asleep in the first day or two after stopping this medication (rebound insomnia). Since this medication is usually prescribed for a short time, your doctor will tell you when to stop taking it or when to cut back. You should not eat a very heavy/high- fat meal within 2 hours before taking this medication since doing so may prevent the drug from working properly.ĭosage is based on your medical condition, age, and response to therapy. If you have to wake up before that, you may have some memory loss and may have trouble safely doing any activity that requires alertness, such as driving or operating machinery.
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Do not take a dose of this drug unless you have time for a full night's sleep of at least 7 to 8 hours. Your doctor will work with you to find the smallest dose that works for you.
Zaleplon works very quickly, so it is important to take it just before or when you get into bed. Take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor. If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Read the Medication Guide provided by your pharmacist before you start taking zaleplon and each time you get a refill.
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