Zopiclone Flashcards
1
Q
What is zopiclone indicated for?
A
Short-term treatment for insomnia
2
Q
How does zopiclone work?
A
Enhance binding of GABA to GABAa receptors - widespread depressant effect on synaptic transmission
3
Q
What are side effects of zopiclone?
A
- Daytime sleepiness
- Rebound insomnia
- Headache
- confusion
- Nightmares
- Amnesia
- Dependence
4
Q
What are features of zopiclone overdose?
A
- Drowsiness
- Coma
- Respiratory Depression
5
Q
What should you advise someone of when starting them on zopiclone?
A
- Only take when needed
- Not to drive or operate heavy machinery
