Usual Adult Dose for Insomnia:
Initial dose: 1 mg orally once a day immediately before bedtime
Maintenance dose: 1 to 3 mg orally once a day immediately before bedtime
Maximum dose: 3 mg/day
Comments:
-The lowest effective dose should be used.
-Patients should be monitored for cognitive and/or motor impairments, especially if this drug is used repeatedly.
-Patients should be reevaluated if insomnia persists after 7 to 10 days of treatment.
Usual Geriatric Dose for Insomnia:
Initial dose: 1 mg orally once a day immediately before bedtime
Maintenance dose: 1 to 2 mg orally once a day immediately before bedtime
Maximum dose: 2 mg/day
Comments:
-The lowest effective dose should be used.
-Patients should be monitored for cognitive and/or motor impairments, especially if this drug is used repeatedly.
-Patients should be reevaluated if insomnia persists after 7 to 10 days of treatment.
 Detailed Lunesta dosage information
What happens if I miss a dose?
Since Lunesta is taken only at bedtime, you will not be on a frequent dosing schedule. Never take this medicine if you do not have at least 7 to 8 hours to sleep before being active again.
Do not take two doses at one time.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. An overdose of eszopiclone can be fatal, especially when it is taken together with other medications that can cause drowsiness.
