Zopiclon

Explanation/Definition Zopiclon is a sleep-inducing or in high doses sleep-inducing drug (hypnotic), which is approved in Germany since 1994. Zopiclon improves the quality of sleep by shortening the time it takes to fall asleep, extending the time it takes to sleep through the night and reducing the time it takes to wake up at night. … Zopiclon

Effect | Zopiclon

Effect Zopiclon has an inhibitory effect on the central nervous system. The drug achieves this attenuating effect by activating so-called GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) receptors. GABA is the most important inhibitory messenger (neurotransmitter) of the central nervous system. Zopiclon can bind to these docking sites (receptors) of GABA and reduce or even completely inhibit the excitability … Effect | Zopiclon

Contraindication | Zopiclon

Contraindication On the one hand, Zopiclon should not be taken in case of respiratory disorders or known phases of breathlessness during sleep (sleep apnea), on the other hand in case of liver failure (hepatic insufficiency). Furthermore, Zopiclon should not be prescribed for existing or expired addictions. Also a muscle disease (Myastenia gravis) is a contraindication … Contraindication | Zopiclon

Breathing exercises to fall asleep

Introduction Breathing exercises for falling asleep are targeted breathing techniques that are used very consciously to initiate and support the process of falling asleep. The effect of breathing on our body is used as well as the conscious concentration on breathing, which prevents the so-called brooding, which prevents many people from falling asleep. Breathing exercises … Breathing exercises to fall asleep

Duration and frequency of application | Breathing exercises to fall asleep

Duration and frequency of application In order to prevent the above mentioned hyperventilation, the active breathing exercises should only be performed for a short period of time. No longer than 3 minutes, then you should return to normal relaxed breathing. Relaxation exercises (e.g. from autogenic training or dream journeys) can help if the breathing exercises … Duration and frequency of application | Breathing exercises to fall asleep