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 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 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
