Drug reference
eszopiclone
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Drug class
Central Nervous System (Non-Benzodiazepines)
Mechanism of action
Unknown, may interact with GABA receptor complexes at binding domains allosterically couppled to benzodiazepine receptors
Common side effects
- Dyspepsia
- Dry mouth
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Abnormal dreams
- Unpleasant taste
- Diarrhea
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is eszopiclone?
eszopiclone belongs to: Central Nervous System.
How does eszopiclone work?
Unknown, may interact with GABA receptor complexes at binding domains allosterically couppled to benzodiazepine receptors
What are the common side effects of eszopiclone?
Dyspepsia, Dry mouth, Dizziness, Headache, Abnormal dreams, Unpleasant taste, Diarrhea
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