Rozerem is a sleep remedy that contains in its composition ramelteone, a substance that is able to bind to the melatonin receptors in the brain and cause a similar effect to that neurotransmitter, which consists of helping to get to sleep and maintain a relaxing sleep and quality.
This drug has already been approved by Anvisa in Brazil, but can not yet be bought in pharmacies, being offered for sale only in the United States and Japan, in the form of 8 mg tablets.
Price and where to buy
Rozerem is not yet for sale in pharmacies in Brazil, however it can be purchased in the United States with the average price of 300 dollars per box of the medicine.
What is it for
Due to the effect of its active principle, Rozerem is indicated to treat adults with difficulty getting to sleep due to insomnia.
How to take
The recommended dose of Rozerem is:
- 1 8 mg tablet, 30 minutes before bed.
During the 30 minutes it is advisable to avoid intense activities or that are not to prepare for sleep.
To increase the effect of the medicine it is still important not to take the tablet on a full stomach or after a meal, and should wait at least 30 minutes after eating.
Possible side effects
Some of the most common side effects include headache, drowsiness, dizziness, tiredness and muscle aches.
In addition, more serious effects such as sudden changes in behavior or allergic reaction to the skin may occur, and it is advisable to consult your doctor to re-evaluate the treatment.
Who should not take
Rozerem is contraindicated for children, nursing mothers or people with allergies to any of the ingredients in the formula. In addition, it should also not be used if you are taking other medicines to sleep or with Fluvoxamine.
During pregnancy, Rozerem may be used only under the guidance of an obstetrician.
