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Sonata on Sale at Alfaus Prescription Drugs Pharmacy
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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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 medication is used for the short-term treatment of sleep problems (insomnia).
How to Use Sonata
Take Sonata by mouth, immediately before bedtime or after you have gone to bed and have difficulty sleeping, as directed by your doctor. Do not take
Sonata 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
Sonata 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
Sonata medication without your doctor's approval.
Sonata 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 Sonata 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 using Sonata
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.
Sonata 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.
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