What is Sonata
Sonata is a new medicine on the market might give millions some relief. Called
Sonata, the drug is a sleeping pill with a short 'half-life,' or period of
influence in the body: Its sedating effect only lasts one to three hours. Most
sleeping pills make users sleepy for at least eight hours
What is the most important information I should know about Sonata?
Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous
activities. Sonata will cause drowsiness and may cause dizziness. If you
experience drowsiness or dizziness, avoid these activities. Sonata should be
taken just before bedtime but you may experience some carryover effects
(drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, memory loss) the next day. Do not take
Sonata unless you are able to get 4 or more hours of sleep before you must be
active again. Do not drink alcohol while taking Sonata. Alcohol will increase
drowsiness and may increase dizziness while you are taking Sonata, which could
be dangerous
How should I take Sonata?
Take Sonata exactly as directed by your doctor. Do not stop taking Sonata
suddenly if you have been taking it for several days. Stopping suddenly may
cause withdrawal symptoms and make you uncomfortable. Store Sonata at room
temperature away from moisture and heat.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention. Symptoms of a Sonata overdose may include
sleepiness, confusion, dizziness, low blood pressure, difficult or slow
breathing, unconsciousness, and death.
What are the possible side effects of Sonata?
If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking
Sonata and seek emergency medical attention: an allergic reaction (difficulty
breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, face, or tongue; or
hives) hallucinations (hearing or seeing things that are not real), abnormal
behavior, or severe confusion.; or suicidal thoughts. Other, less serious side
effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take zaleplon and talk to your
doctor if you experience day-time drowsiness; dizziness or lightheadedness;
unsteadiness and / or falls; double vision or other vision problems; agitation;
confusion; headache; nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or abdominal pain; depression;
muscle weakness; tremor; vivid or abnormal dreams; or memory difficulties or
amnesia. Sonata is can be habit forming. Stopping this medication suddenly may
cause withdrawal effects such as mood changes, anxiety, and restlessness if you
have taken it continuously for several weeks.
What other drugs will affect Sonata?
Before taking Sonata, tell your doctor if you are taking any of the
following medications: rifampin (Rifadin, Rimactane); phenytoin (Dilantin);
carbamazepine (Tegretol); phenobarbital (Luminal, Solfoton); or cimetidine (Tagamet,
Tagamet HB). You may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during
treatment if you are taking any of the medicines listed above. Sonata may
increase the effects of other drugs that cause drowsiness, including
antidepressants, alcohol, antihistamines, other sedatives (used to treat
insomnia), pain relievers, anxiety medicines, and muscle relaxants. Tell your
doctor about all medicines that you are taking, and do not take any medicine
unless your doctor approves.
