It's important to tell your doctor all the details of your sleeplessness, including your specific symptom(s). The symptoms you’re experiencing can help determine the best type of treatment.

Below is a list of the most common symptoms of insomnia.

Trouble falling asleep:
People who have trouble falling asleep have sleep onset problems. Many toss and turn for quite awhile before dozing off.

Difficulty staying asleep through the night:
People who have difficulty staying asleep through the night have sleep maintenance problems. Some people wake up several times and can’t always fall back to sleep.

You can experience one or more of these symptoms, and they may change over time. They may also make it difficult to function during the day.

Your sleeplessness could be a symptom of another condition.

It's important to tell your doctor if you are experiencing any of the following:

• Loud snoring
• Trouble breathing or gasping for breath
• Restlessness in legs
• Heartburn
• Bad dreams
• Pain/discomfort
• Frequent urination
• Depression
• Anxiety

If so, your sleeplessness could be a symptom of a medical condition, including: sleep apnea, restless legs syndrome, or another specific health problem. Only your doctor can determine the exact cause of your sleeplessness.

We've created an easy-to-use sleep diary. Your answers may help your health care professional recognize a problem and recommend the proper treatment. Keep this diary in a convenient place and bring it with you the next time you see your doctor.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION:
Lunesta helps you fall asleep quickly, so take it right before bed. Be sure you have at least eight hours to devote to sleep before becoming active. Until you know how you'll react to Lunesta, you should not drive or operate machinery. Do not take Lunesta with alcohol. Call your doctor right away if after taking Lunesta you walk, drive, eat or engage in other activities while asleep. In rare cases, severe allergic reactions can occur. Most sleep medicines carry some risk of dependency. Do not use sleep medicines for extended periods without first talking to your doctor. Side effects may include unpleasant taste, headache, drowsiness and dizziness. For more information, please see the Lunesta Medication Guide.

The health information contained herein is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace discussions with a health care provider. The products discussed herein may have different product labeling in different countries. All decisions regarding patient care must be made with a health care provider, considering the unique characteristics of the patient. Lunesta is a medicine used to treat Insomnia. Remember that no medicine is for everyone. Only your doctor can prescribe Lunesta for you.