Can I take melatonin with zopiclone?

Question

I take zopliclone 7 but it doesn't work. A friend told me she takes melatonin together and it works. Is this true or not? I would like to know if taking these two drugs is the right thing to do

Naji-tom Samaha · Accepted Answer

Hello ma'am, thank you for your question! At first glance, if you mention that zopiclone does not work, you could stop it... There is no need to take it for zero effectiveness. You could try melatonin. This has been shown to be somewhat effective in people with jet lag, or those who work alternating days and nights You should start with a small dose (usually 3mg) 45 minutes before bedtime, and only increase every 3-5 days if necessary, up to a maximum of 10mg per night. The most important thing is to look at non-pharmacological measures to improve sleep hygiene and quality. Here are some of them: At least 1 hour before bedtime, turn off any type of screen: computer, phone, TV, and handheld readers too. Most of them emit a type of light that is stimulating. Regardless of bedtime, I suggest getting up at the same time each day, which will help establish a sleep routine eventually. Keep the bedroom for sleeping and intimacy only. No reading, working, or watching TV in bed. This way, the body will associate the bedroom with sleep as soon as you enter it. Avoid naps during the day, and avoid stimulants like coffee as much as possible, especially in the afternoon. If you have been in bed for 15 minutes and are not falling asleep, I suggest you get up, go to the kitchen or living room for a few minutes, and then return to the bedroom. This can have a reset effect. If you have a lot of worries, write them down in a notebook or journal at night, so you can be reassured that they won't be forgotten and that you can address them the next morning. Never look at the clock during the night as this is a major source of stress. These strategies can take up to 2 weeks to implement, so take your time, gradually, be patient and willing too. If they don't work at all, I suggest you see a doctor. I hope I've been of some help to you, and if you have any other questions, please don't hesitate! Tom Samaha, pharmacist