Description
Westsleep (Eszopiclone 3 mg)
Westsleep contains eszopiclone, a sedative-hypnotic from the group of “Z-drugs”. It is designed to help with insomnia by making it easier to fall asleep and maintain a restful sleep throughout the night.
Indications
• Difficulty falling asleep
• Frequent nighttime awakenings
• Chronic insomnia
Dosage
• Adults: 1 mg immediately before bedtime; can be increased up to 3 mg daily if needed.
• Patients over 65 years old: Start with a lower dose, up to 2 mg nightly.
Benefits
• Fast-acting — works within approximately 30 minutes.
• Dual action — helps you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer.
• Suitable for long-term management of chronic insomnia.
Precautions
• Rare cases of complex sleep behaviors (such as sleepwalking or sleep-driving) may occur with no memory afterward — discontinue use and consult a doctor if this happens.
• May cause next-day drowsiness — avoid driving or operating machinery after taking the medication.
• Do not combine with alcohol or other sedatives.
Possible Side Effects
Common: unpleasant taste, dry mouth, daytime drowsiness, headache, dizziness, mild cold-like symptoms.
Rare: memory loss, hallucinations, severe allergic reactions.
