Ramelteon Medication Information

Get detailed information on Ramelteon, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.

The updated prescription information on Ramelteon provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.

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Generic Name : Ramelteon

Pronunciation : ra-MEL-tee-on

ICD Code : Y47.8 Therapeutic Classification : Sedative-hypnotic Drugs

Trade Names/Brand Names of Ramelteon

International :

Rozerem

Why is Ramelteon Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a sedative, prescribed for insomnia (sleeplessness). It works by acting on the melatonin receptors in the brain, that is needed for sleep.

When should Ramelteon not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity and avoid co-administration with fluvoxamine.

What is the dosage of Ramelteon?

PO- The recommended dose is 8 mg taken within 30 minutes before going to bed.

How should Ramelteon be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth. Avoid taking this medication with or immediately after taking food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Ramelteon?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver disease, sleep apnea, a breathing disorder such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or history of depression, mental illness, suicidal thoughts, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication.

• Patient may be engaged with certain activities such as driving, eating, making phone calls etc in absent mind, if it so consult with your doctor.

What are the side effects of Ramelteon?

Serious- Severe allergic reactions, abnormal thinking and behavioral changes.
Gastrointestinal- Nausea and diarrhea.
Musculoskeletal - Muscle pain.
Central Nervous system- Drowsiness, dizziness and sleeplessness.
Miscellaneous- Headache and fatigue.