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What is Sonata?
Sonata is in a class of drugs called sedative / hypnotics or sleep medications. Sonata affects chemicals in your brain that may become unbalanced and cause insomnia. Sonata is used to treat insomnia. Sonata is for short-term use only--usually only a few days to two weeks. Longer-term use must be monitored closely by your doctor. Sonata may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
How does Sonata work?
Sonata prescription's distinct pharmacologic profile allows patients to try to fall asleep on their own before taking sleep medication.
Are there any side effects?
The most common side effects of Sonata include stomach upset, weakness, and muscle aches. Less frequently, Sonata may cause memory problems. It doesn't seem to cause morning drowsiness after you've slept. Because Sonata is a sleeping pill, it does cause drowsiness. Don't take it before driving or operating machinery.
How should I use Sonata?
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. THIS MEDICINE WORKS VERY QUICKLY. Take this medicine only when you will be able to sleep 4 hours or longer. Avoid taking this medicine with or after a high-fat meal. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C) in a tightly-closed container, away from heat and light.
What about drug interactions?
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.
Are there any other precautions when using 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 drink alcohol while taking Sonata. Alcohol will increase drowsiness and may increase dizziness while you are taking Sonata, which could be dangerous. 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.
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