LUNESTA - Understanding Insomnia: Treating Insomnia

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TREATING INSOMNIA

Knowledge is power. So the more you know about your sleeplessness, the more you can begin to take charge of your sleep and health. Don't assume insomnia is just a phase that will pass.

There's no reason to be embarrassed about losing sleep. We're here to help, and so is your healthcare professional.

Insomnia can be managed with or without medication. There are many different types of sleep aids including prescription, over-the-counter (OTC) and other sleep aids. Below is a list of common prescription sleep aids. You and your healthcare professional will decide which treatment is right for you and develop a treatment plan together.

Regardless of whether you are taking a sleep aid, it is always important to practice good sleep habits.

Prescription Treatment Options	Approved to help patients fall asleep?**	Approved to help patients stay asleep?**	Approved for short-term use only**	$0† Co-Pay Program††
Ambien^®* (zolpidem tartrate)	yes	no	x
Ambien CR^®* (zolpidem tartrate extended release)	yes	yes
Lunesta^®* (eszopiclone)	yes	yes		√
Restoril^®* (temazepam)	yes	yes	x
Rozerem^™* (ramelteon)	yes	no
Sonata^®* (zaleplon)	yes	no	x

*Brand names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Limited list of all prescription treatment options.

**According to the Indications section of each treatment's Prescribing Information.

†† Other products may have co-pay/savings programs.

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^† Maximum benefit is $50 off, on up to 12 prescriptions of LUNESTA. Not valid for patients participating in Medicare, Medicaid, government (public insurance) programs, or any private payor in the state of Massachusetts and where prohibited by law. Click here for offer details and terms and conditions.

Lunesta^® (eszopiclone) is a prescription sleep medicine used in adults for the treatment of a sleep problem called insomnia. Symptoms of insomnia include trouble falling asleep and waking up often during the night.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION:
LUNESTA acts quickly, so take it right before bed, and only if you have 8 hours to devote to sleep. Until you know how you will react to LUNESTA, you should not drive or operate machinery. Call your healthcare professional if your insomnia worsens or is not better within 7 to 10 days. This may mean that there is another condition causing your sleep problems. Walking, eating, driving or engaging in other activities while asleep without remembering it the next day have been reported. Other abnormal behaviors include aggressiveness, agitation, hallucinations and confusion. In depressed patients, worsening of depression including risk of suicide may occur. These risks may increase if you drink alcohol. Severe allergic reactions such as swelling of the tongue and throat occur rarely and may be fatal. Call your healthcare professional if you experience these or any effects or reactions that concern you. LUNESTA, like most sleep medicines, carries some risk of dependency. Side effects may include unpleasant taste, headache, morning drowsiness and dizziness. For more information, please see the LUNESTA Medication Guide.

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

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

This site is intended for U.S. residents 18 years of age or older.