What is Lunesta used for?
Lunesta is a new treatment option for people suffering from insomnia. Lunesta is said not only helps people fall asleep quickly, but it helps them sleep restfully through the night, with fewer interruptions.
The big hype about the drug is that while current sleeping aids are generally limited to seven to ten days of use, Lunesta is the first and only medication sleep aidthat is not limited to short-term use.Lunesta can be prescribed for as long the doctor determines their patients may need it.
General Precautions with Lunesta:
- You should only take Lunesta when you are ready to get a full night of sleep.
- You should not drive or operate machinery.
- Do not take with alcohol.
What should I tell my doctor or health care provider?
If you've been addicted to drugs or alcohol in the past, it is important to tell your doctor before starting any sleep medicine.
What are some possible side effects of Lunesta?
(This list is NOT a complete list of side
effects reported with Lunesta. Your health care provider can
discuss with you a more complete list of side effects.)
- unpleasant taste
- headache
- cold-like symptoms
For more detailed information about Lunesta, ask your health
care provider.
Common Misspelling: Lunestae, lunasta loonesta, loonasta lonesta |
