Lunesta is a prescription medication used to treat insomnia (difficulty falling or staying asleep). Lunesta belongs to a group of drugs called hypnotics. It works by slowing brain activity to allow you to sleep.
This medication comes in tablet form and is taken once daily, immediately before bedtime.
Common side effects include unpleasant taste, dry mouth, and dizziness.
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"Lunesta", DailyMed: Current Medication Information; U.S. National Library of Medicine [2]
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Lunesta helps you fall asleep if you have difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. After taking it, you may get up and do an activity such as drive, eat, and have sex while not fully awake. Black Box Warning Image:
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