Introduction

Imovane 7.5 is prescribed to patients who have trouble sleeping, a condition that is also known as insomnia. It might make it easier for you to get to sleep fast and decrease the number of times you wake up during the night. It is a treatment for insomnia that is used for the short term (2-4 weeks). It is advised to use it for up to four weeks at a time. However, your physician may recommend Imovane for something other than its intended use. If you have questions about why your doctor has prescribed Imovane, don’t hesitate to ask your healthcare provider. This sleeping tablet can only be obtained through a prescription from a medical professional.

Composition of Imovane

One tablet of Imovane contains 7.5 mg of zopiclone as the active ingredient. Some inactive ingredients include calcium hydrogen phosphate dihydrate, wheat starch (gluten), sodium starch glycollate, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, hypromellose, titanium dioxide, and macrogol 6000.

Contraindications

Do not take Imovane 7.5 mg if you are facing any issues that are mentioned below: 

  • If you have a history of sleep apnea, have just consumed alcohol, or suspect that alcohol may be present in your bloodstream, you should avoid drinking alcohol before bed (a condition where you temporarily stop breathing while you sleep)
  • Allergic reactions like swelling of lips and cheeks, itching, rashes, and shortness of breath
  • Have a severe form of myasthenia gravis (a condition in which the muscles become weak)
  • Have serious liver problems
  • Have significant and/or urgent issues with their lungs
  • Having suffered a stroke
  • Have you ever encountered sleepwalking or other strange behaviors (like driving when sleepy, for example)?

Interactions

While taking any medicine with Imovane 7.5, consult your doctor as you know sometimes drugs interact with each other and cause life-threatening severe effects. For example: 

  • Medicines that are used  to treat depression
  • A remedy for depression
  • Medicines that cause drowsiness 
  • Benzodiazepines (medicines used  to treat anxiety)
  • Pain relievers, such as opioids or narcotic analgesics
  • Alcohol (ethanol), contained in some drugs e.g. cough syrups;
  • Muscle relaxants
  • Antihistamines
  • Medicines that are used to treat epilepsy

Withdrawal Symptoms

After prolonged use of a medication, it is possible that withdrawal symptoms will present themselves if the medication is suddenly discontinued. Cramps in the abdomen and the muscles, as well as vomiting and sweating, are all possible withdrawal symptoms.

If you notice that your insomnia is getting worse, you should discuss the matter with your primary care physician as soon as possible. When you stop taking Imovane 7.5, make sure to let your doctor know if you experience any side effects. Talk to your healthcare provider or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns about the information presented here or any aspect of the medicine you are currently taking.

Expert Advice

Remember to keep Imovane 7.5 in its blister pack until it is time to take it. It is important to store the medication in a dry, cool place where the temperature does not exceed 25 degrees Celsius. Some medications can be ruined by heat and moisture. If you want to buy it online anywhere in the UK then Super Meds can be your ultimate stop as we provide quality products at competitive rates.