Zaleplon
Other names: Sonata
Commonly prescribed for: short term insomnia treatment and other sleep related issues in adults.
Manufacturer: King Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
How to take it: Zaleplon comes in the form of a capsule. It is taken orally along with a glass of water. The dosage must be taken as per the doctor’s prescription. It is advised not to take Zaleplon during working hours or even immediately after a meal.
How it works: Zaleplon belongs to the hypnotics or sedatives category, commonly referred to as sleep medicines. It has a controlled substance that balances certain chemicals in the brain giving the patient better sleep.
Some side effects: drowsiness, nausea, headache and dizziness.
Example of Zaleplon Box
