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Zopicon Tablet 10's

Zopicon Tablet 10's

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Composition

ZOPICLONE-7.5MG

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

About Zopicon Tablet 10's

Zopicon Tablet 10's belongs to a class of drugs called 'sedative-hypnotics' primarily used in the short-term treatment of insomnia. Insomnia is a disorder of sleep that causes difficulty in falling asleep or staying asleep. It may be acute (short-term) or chronic (long-term) in nature due to various complications like stress, anxiety, and breathing problems.

Zopicon Tablet 10's works by increasing GABA activity, which is a chemical messenger in the brain acting as a natural nerve-calming agent, thereby inducing sleep. Thus, Zopicon Tablet 10's relaxes muscles, reduces anxiety, and helps to fall asleep.

Take Zopicon Tablet 10's as prescribed by your doctor. You are suggested to take Zopicon Tablet 10's as long as your doctor has prescribed it after checking your medical condition. Some people may experience dizziness, diarrhea, drowsiness, headache, nausea, vomiting, nose or throat infections, tiredness, stomach pain, double vision, and back pain. Most of these side effects of Zopicon Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Zopicon Tablet 10's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you notice that the tablets' effect is not as well as at the beginning of the treatment, please consult a doctor as you might have developed tolerance to Zopicon Tablet 10's and dose adjustment may be required. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Zopicon Tablet 10's. If you have kidney, liver, or breathing problems, severe muscle weakness, sleep apnoea (a serious condition where breathing stops and repeatedly starts in sleep), and if you have a history of depression or mental illness, please inform your doctor before taking Zopicon Tablet 10's.

Uses of Zopicon Tablet 10's

Insomnia (sleeplessness)

Medicinal Benefits

Zopicon Tablet 10's is indicated for the treatment of insomnia. It is a Zopicon Tablet 10's used in treating short term trouble in falling asleep, waking up at night, or morning, or difficulty sleeping caused by accident or any mental illness that causes tension. This medicine is a benzodiazepine hypnotic that works on the brain and increases GABA activity ( a natural body chemical that works as a messenger between nerve cells). In this way, it relaxes the body to produce good sleep. Zopicon Tablet 10's reduces the time taken to fall asleep and increases the length of deep sleep. This relaxing good night's sleep helps the body strengthen your immune system, restore energy, make new healthy cells, and promote the body's repair.

Directions for Use

Take Zopicon Tablet 10's on an empty stomach for effective results or use it as prescribed by a doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Zopicon Tablet 10's

  • Rash
  • Vomiting
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Confusion
  • Diarrhoea
  • Constipation
  • Abdominal pain
  • Drug Dependence
  • A bitter or metallic taste

Drug Warnings

Stop taking Zopicon Tablet 10's and contact your doctor right away if you notice a sudden change in sleep behaviour or not being fully awake after waking up or if you are failing trouble in doing activities you generally do. The effects of Zopicon Tablet 10's may even remain to the next day after you wake up, so it's better to take about 7 to 8 hours of sleep after taking Zopicon Tablet 10's. It would be best to wait for a minimum of 8 hours after taking medicine before driving or operating any machinery. Elderly people are more sensitive to undesirable effects of Zopicon Tablet 10's, especially dizziness or confusion. Do not stop taking Zopicon Tablet 10's without informing your doctor. It may cause drug withdrawal symptoms like vomiting or nausea. If a person takes Zopicon Tablet 10's for a few weeks, there are fewer chances of getting addicted to drugs. However, you may be dependent on the drug if you take it for more than 4 weeks.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Zopicon Tablet 10's may have interaction with high blood pressure-lowering medicines (metoprolol), opioid pain killers (hydrocodone, oxycodone, naloxone, tramadol), antidepressants (sertraline, desipramine, fluoxetine, venlafaxine, bupropion, fluvoxamine, escitalopram, amitriptyline, citalopram, duloxetine, mirtazapine), antibiotics (ciprofloxacin, rifampicin), antifungal drugs (ketoconazole), anti-anxiety drugs (alprazolam, clonazepam, lorazepam), antiallergics/antihistamines (diphenhydramine, hydroxyzine), muscle relaxants (cyclobenzaprine), and antiepileptic drugs (gabapentin, pregabalin). This is not a complete list of drug interactions.

Drug-Food Interactions: Zopicon Tablet 10's may interact with caffeine, St John’s wort (herbal medicine for treating depression). Also, avoid alcohol intake as it may increase the risk of dependence, psychomotor impairment (slowdown of thought process, and reduced physical movements), sleepwalking, or sleep-driving.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Do not take Zopicon Tablet 10's if you have severe liver disease, breathing problems, sleep apnoea (sudden stopping of breathing during sleep), extreme muscle weakness, kidney problems, and any history of depression mental illness.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • AMITRIPTYLINE
  • HYDROXYZINE
  • FLUOXETINE
  • DIPHENHYDRAMINE
  • LORAZEPAM
  • PREGABALIN
  • MIRTAZAPINE
  • CITALOPRAM
  • CLONAZEPAM
  • CYCLOBENZAPRINE
  • DULOXETINE
  • ALPRAZOLAM
  • GABAPENTIN
  • ESCITALOPRAM

Habit Forming

Yes

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Do regular exercise during day time.
  • Do not take a nap during day time. Set regular timings to go to bed and wake up.
  • Relax at least 1 hour before bedtime by bathing with warm water, listening to music, or reading a book.
  • Make the bedroom dark and quiet and ensure that your pillows and mattresses are comfortable.
  • Avoid watching tv, using mobiles or laptops just before bedtime.
  • Limit caffeine intake including tea, coffee, hot chocolate, cola, and energy drinks as it may reduce the effectiveness of Zopicon Tablet 10's.
  • Avoid alcohol consumption as it may increase the risk of psychomotor impairment (slowdown of thought process and reduced physical movements), dependence, sleepwalking, or sleep-driving.

Special Advise

  • You are advised to take Zopicon Tablet 10's on an empty stomach as taking Zopicon Tablet 10's with food may reduce the effect of Zopicon Tablet 10's.
  • If you are depressed or have depression in the past, please inform your doctor before taking Zopicon Tablet 10's to increase self-harming or suicidal thoughts.
  • If you notice any behavioural side effects such as delusions (false belief), nightmares, irritability, restlessness, aggressiveness, or hallucinations (hear, feel or see things that are actually not present), please contact your doctor.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Insomnia: It is a disorder of sleep associated with problems in falling asleep or staying asleep. It may be acute (short-term) or chronic (long-term) in nature. Acute insomnia may last from one night to a few weeks and occurs due to stress or life changes. Chronic insomnia may last from more than 3 nights per week to more than 3 months. Insomnia is mostly caused due to depression, stress, anxiety, jet lag, shift work, uncomfortable beds, chronic illness, caffeine, nicotine or alcohol intake, or due to certain medicines. It may be treated using sleeping pills, behaviour therapy, sleep habits changes, and identifying and treating chronic conditions.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.
Other Info - ZOP0001

FAQs

A night of good relaxing sleep helps strengthen the immune system, improves heart health, repairs tissues, and muscles. Good refreshing sleep keeps a person acting for the next day, improves mental ability, learning, and reduces stress in their body.
Some of the common causes of sleeplessness (insomnia) include stress, poor sleeping habits, mental health issues, physical medical conditions, and pain related to them, and the usage of certain medicines.
For adult persons, good quality sleep means to fall asleep within half an hour of lying awake. It means a sound sleep without frequent waking during the night, if you wakeup then lifts to sleep within some time of waking up.
It is suggested to stick to a sleeping schedule, and take about 8 hours of sleep during the night. Eat light foods at night and limit alcohol consumption, caffeine, tea, smoking, or any product that affects sleep. Take less stress and make your environment restful before sleeping.
Lying in bed with closed eyes does not mean you are sleeping; it simply means your body is resting but not your brain.
You are recommended to take Zopicon Tablet 10's just before bedtime as it helps to sleep quickly and improve sleep quality. If you forget to take Zopicon Tablet 10's at night, do not take it in the daytime as it may cause drowsiness, confusion, and dizziness.
Bitter or metallic taste in the mouth is a side effect of Zopicon Tablet 10's. However, not every person faces it. If this bothers you, then it is advised to sip water and keep some water near the bed at night. You may also use some mouth wash before going to bed as it may also reduce the chance of dry mouth.
You are advised not to drink cold drink, coffee or energy drinks as it may affect the action of Zopicon Tablet 10's. Even try to avoid heavy foods at dinner, prefer light meals like soup.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid alcohol consumption with Zopicon Tablet 10's as it may increase the risk of dependence, psychomotor impairment (slowdown of thought process, and reduced physical movements), sleepwalking, or sleep-driving.

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Pregnancy

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Zopicon Tablet 10's is a Category C pregnancy drug and is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may cause adverse effects in the baby after birth.

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Breast Feeding

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Avoid breastfeeding while taking Zopicon Tablet 10's as it may be excreted in breast milk.

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Driving

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You may experience dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, decreased alertness, blurred, or double vision, especially the day after taking Zopicon Tablet 10's. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy or dizzy after taking Zopicon Tablet 10's.

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Liver

Caution

Take Zopicon Tablet 10's with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required. Zopicon Tablet 10's is not recommended for severe liver disease patients.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Zopicon Tablet 10's with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

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Zopicon Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below 18 years of age.