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Zaleplon Oral - Zaleplon - Oral Generic Drug

General Information

This medication is used for the short-term treatment of sleep problems (insomnia).

If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Symptoms of overdose may include drowsiness; confusion; sluggishness; loss of coordination; slow, shallow breathing; and loss of consciousness.

Store at room temperature between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 to 25 degrees C) away from light and moisture.

Take this product by mouth, immediately before bedtime or after you have gone to bed and have difficulty sleeping, as directed by your doctor.
Do not take this medication with, or immediately after, a high-fat or heavy meal.
This medication helps you fall asleep.
To minimize side effects while you are awake (for example, dizziness or memory trouble), take this medication when you are in bed and are able to get at least four hours of sleep before you need to be active again.
Do not use this medication for longer than ten days without your doctor's approval.
If your sleep problems continue, consult with your doctor.
Use this medication exactly as prescribed.
Do not increase your dose, take it more frequently or use it for a longer period of time than prescribed because this drug can be habit-forming.
Also, if used for a longer period of time, do not stop using this medication without your doctor's approval.

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