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Is Eszopiclone Safe To Be Taken Along With Herbs For Insomnia?

Hello I was just prescribed eszopiclone 3MG for insomnia. I have taken Zolpiderm for years and it has not worked as well as it did in the beginning. I also take Melatonine and an herbal blend of Chamomile, Lemon Balm, and Lavender extract. I do like to have a glass of wine as well in the evening. I have a message in to my doctor and have been waiting 2 days to see if it is safe to do so with my new prescription. I haven t taken it yet because I was concerned, but I would like to get a god nights sleep.
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Hi & Welcome.

Eszopiclone should not be taken along with alcoholic beverages.

Taking Eszopiclone together with alcohol or alcohol containing beverages like wine may increase side effects such as excessive drowsiness, confusion, and difficulty concentrating. It may also cause impairment in thinking, judgement, and motor coordination which can result in falls and injuries.

You should avoid or limit the use of alcohol while being treated with Eszopiclone and avoid activities requiring mental alertness such as driving or swimming or operating hazardous machinery.

Whereas the herbs mentioned do not cause any harmful interaction with Eszopiclone hence can be taken safely along with it.

Hope these answer your queries/.
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Is Eszopiclone Safe To Be Taken Along With Herbs For Insomnia?

Hi & Welcome. Eszopiclone should not be taken along with alcoholic beverages. Taking Eszopiclone together with alcohol or alcohol containing beverages like wine may increase side effects such as excessive drowsiness, confusion, and difficulty concentrating. It may also cause impairment in thinking, judgement, and motor coordination which can result in falls and injuries. You should avoid or limit the use of alcohol while being treated with Eszopiclone and avoid activities requiring mental alertness such as driving or swimming or operating hazardous machinery. Whereas the herbs mentioned do not cause any harmful interaction with Eszopiclone hence can be taken safely along with it. Hope these answer your queries/. A feed back is appreciated.