Sonata® belongs to the class of drugs called hypnotics, and is used for the short term treatment of sleep problems (insomnia). Hypnotics should generally be limited to 7 to 10 days of use. Reevaluation is recommended if hypnotics are taken for more than 2 to 3 weeks.
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Sonata®
Important Note
The following information is intended to supplement, not
substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician,
pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be
construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe,
appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare
professional before using this drug.
Uses
Sonata is used for the short-term treatment of sleep problems
(insomnia).
How to Use
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 (e.g., 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.
Side Effects
Headache, drowsiness, nausea or stomach upset may occur. If
any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor
promptly. Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of
these serious side effects: dizziness, weakness, loss of
coordination, muscle joint pain. Tell your doctor immediately
if you have any of these unlikely but serious side effects:
mental/mood changes, persistent trouble sleeping, memory
problems, loss of appetite, tingling of the hands or feet,
rash, itching, tremors, eye/ear problems. Tell your doctor
immediately if you have any of these very unlikely but serious
side effects: fast/slow/irregular pulse, chest pain, trouble
breathing, blood in the stool, unusual thirst, change in
amount of urine. If you notice other effects not listed above,
contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
Tell your doctor your medical history, including: allergies,
liver disease, lung/breathing problems, mental/mood problems
(e.g., depression), alcohol use or drug dependence. Avoid
alcohol, as it may aggravate certain side effects of this drug
(e.g., dizziness, drowsiness). Use caution when performing
tasks requiring alertness (e.g., driving). You may have
trouble sleeping the first few nights after you stop using
this medication. This problem usually goes away after one or
two nights. If sleep problems persist, consult with your
doctor. Use with caution in the elderly, as they may be more
sensitive to the effects of this medication. This medication
should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy.
Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. This
medication passes into breast milk. Because of the potential
risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this medication
is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-
feeding.
Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription
medication you may use, especially of: rifamycin antibiotics
(e.g., rifampin, rifabutin), antidepressants (e.g., imipramine,
amitriptyline), ulcer medication (e.g., cimetidine). Also
report any drugs causing drowsiness such as: other medicines
for sleep, sedatives, tranquilizers, anti-anxiety drugs,
narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine), psychiatric
medications (e.g., thioridazine), anti-seizure medications
(e.g., phenytoin, phenobarbital, carbamazepine), muscle
relaxants, antihistamines that cause drowsiness (e.g.,
diphenhydramine). Check all medicine labels carefully,
especially cough-and-cold preparations, since many contain
antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine). Consult your
pharmacist regarding safe use of these products. Do not start
or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Overdose
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.
Notes
Do not share this medication with others.
Missed Dose
Not applicable.
Storage
Store at room temperature between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 to
25 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
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