Eszopiclone interactions

Eszopiclone (Lunesta), a sedative-hypnotic has 261 documented interactions across the FDA labels and fact sheets we index: 180 major, 76 moderate, 4 minor, and 1 where a label reports no significant interaction. Each entry below quotes the sentence behind it. This drug page is a starting point, not a verdict for your situation.

Interactions from the label

Major interactions (180)

  • The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • AlcoholAlcoholMajor

    Combining alcohol with sedating medicines (opioids, benzodiazepines, sleep medicines, muscle relaxants) can cause dangerous drowsiness, slowed breathing, and overdose. (NIAAA, Harmful Interactions: Mixing Alcohol with Medicines)

  • AlprazolambenzodiazepineMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Amitriptylinetricyclic antidepressantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Amoxapinetricyclic antidepressantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • AripiprazoleantipsychoticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • AsenapineantipsychoticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • AzelastineantihistamineMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Azelastine and fluticasoneantihistamineMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Baclofenmuscle relaxantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • BrexpiprazoleantipsychoticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • BrivaracetamanticonvulsantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • BuprenorphineopioidMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ButorphanolopioidMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Cannabidiol (prescription)anticonvulsantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CarbamazepineanticonvulsantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CarbinoxamineantihistamineMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CariprazineantipsychoticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Carisoprodolmuscle relaxantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CenobamateanticonvulsantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CetirizineantihistamineMajor

    Avoid concurrent use of QUZYTTIR with alcohol or other CNS depressants because additional reduction in alertness and additional impairment of CNS performance may occur. (Cetirizine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ChlordiazepoxidebenzodiazepineMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ChlorpheniramineantihistamineMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ChlorpromazineantipsychoticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Chlorzoxazonemuscle relaxantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CiprofloxacinfluoroquinoloneMajor

    Table 8: Drugs That are Affected by and Affecting Ciprofloxacin Drugs That are Affected by Ciprofloxacin Drug(s) Recommendation Comments Tizanidine Contraindicated Concomitant administration of tizanidine and ciprofloxacin is contraindicated due to the potentiation of hypotensive and sedative effects of tizanidine [see Contraindications ( 4.2 )]. (Ciprofloxacin label, Drug interactions)

  • ClemastineantihistamineMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ClobazambenzodiazepineMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Clomipraminetricyclic antidepressantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ClonazepambenzodiazepineMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Clonidinealpha-adrenergic agonistMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ClorazepatebenzodiazepineMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ClozapineantipsychoticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CodeineopioidMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Cyclobenzaprinemuscle relaxantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CyproheptadineantihistamineMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Dantrolenemuscle relaxantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Daridorexantsedative-hypnoticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DarunavirantiretroviralMajor

    …modifying agents: lomitapide, lovastatin, simvastatin Opioid Antagonist: naloxegol PDE-5 inhibitor: sildenafil when used for treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension Sedatives/hypnotics: orally administered midazolam, triazolam Co-administration of PREZISTA/ritonavir is contraindicated with drugs that are highly dependent on CYP3A for clearance and for which… (Darunavir label, Contraindications)

  • Darunavir and cobicistatantiretroviralMajor

    …modifying agents: lomitapide, lovastatin, simvastatin Opioid Antagonist: naloxegol PDE-5 inhibitor: sildenafil when used for treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension Sedatives/hypnotics: orally administered midazolam, triazolam PREZCOBIX or PREZCOBIX PED is contraindicated in patients receiving certain co-administered drugs for which altered plasma concentrations… (Darunavir and cobicistat label, Contraindications)

  • Desfluranegeneral anestheticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Desipraminetricyclic antidepressantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DexchlorpheniramineantihistamineMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Dexmedetomidinealpha-adrenergic agonistMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DiazepambenzodiazepineMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DimenhydrinateantihistamineMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DiphenhydramineantihistamineMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CONTRAINDICATIONS Diphenoxylate hydrochloride and atropine sulfate is contraindicated in: • Pediatric patients less than 6 years of age due to the risks of respiratory and central nervous system (CNS) depression (see WARNINGS ). (Diphenoxylate and atropine label, Contraindications)

  • Divalproex (valproate)anticonvulsantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Doxepintricyclic antidepressantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DoxylamineantihistamineMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Doxylamine and pyridoxineantihistamineMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DronabinolcannabinoidMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Droperidoldopamine antagonistMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • …Lipid-modifying Agents: lomitapide, lovastatin, simvastatin Phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE-5) Inhibitor: sildenafil when administered as REVATIO ® for the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension Sedative/hypnotics: triazolam, orally administered midazolam Coadministration of GENVOYA is contraindicated with drugs that: Are highly dependent on CYP3A for clearance and for which… (Elvitegravir, cobicistat, emtricitabine, and tenofovir label, Contraindications)

  • EslicarbazepineanticonvulsantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EstazolambenzodiazepineMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EthosuximideanticonvulsantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Etomidategeneral anestheticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • FelbamateanticonvulsantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • FentanylopioidMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • FlibanserinCNS depressantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • FlumazenilbenzodiazepineMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • FluphenazineantipsychoticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • FosamprenavirantiretroviralMajor

    …Hypericum perforatum ) Lipid modifying agents: Lomitapide, lovastatin, simvastatin Non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor: Delavirdine PDE5 inhibitor: Sildenafil (Revatio) (for treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension) Sedative/hypnotics: Midazolam, triazolam Hypersensitivity to fosamprenavir calcium or amprenavir (e.g., Stevens-Johnson syndrome). (Fosamprenavir label, Contraindications)

  • FosphenytoinanticonvulsantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • GabapentinanticonvulsantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Guanfacinealpha-adrenergic agonistMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • HaloperidolantipsychoticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • HydrocodoneopioidMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • HydromorphoneopioidMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • HydroxyzineantihistamineMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • IloperidoneantipsychoticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Imipraminetricyclic antidepressantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Isofluranegeneral anestheticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • KetamineCNS depressantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Ketoconazoleazole antifungalMajor

    This may potentiate and prolong hypnotic and sedative effects, especially with repeated dosing or chronic administration of these agents. (Ketoconazole label, Contraindications)

  • LacosamideanticonvulsantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Lemborexantsedative-hypnoticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • LevetiracetamanticonvulsantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • LevocetirizineantihistamineMajor

    Avoid concurrent use of alcohol or other central nervous system depressants with XYZAL. (Levocetirizine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • LevorphanolopioidMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Lofexidinealpha-adrenergic agonistMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Lopinavir and ritonavirantiretroviralMajor

    …Non-opioid Analgesic (selective blocker of Nav1.8 sodium channels): suzetrigine PDE5 Inhibitor: sildenafil (Revatio ® ) when used for the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension Sedative/Hypnotics: triazolam, orally administered midazolam KALETRA is contraindicated with drugs that are potent CYP3A inducers where significantly reduced lopinavir plasma concentrations… (Lopinavir and ritonavir label, Contraindications)

  • LorazepambenzodiazepineMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • LoxapineantipsychoticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • LumateperoneantipsychoticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • LurasidoneantipsychoticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MeclizineantihistamineMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MeperidineopioidMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MeprobamateCNS depressantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Metaxalonemuscle relaxantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MethadoneopioidMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Methocarbamolmuscle relaxantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MethohexitalbarbiturateMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MethsuximideanticonvulsantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Metoclopramidedopamine antagonistMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MidazolambenzodiazepineMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MirtazapineantidepressantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MorphineopioidMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • NalbuphineopioidMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Nalmefeneopioid antagonistMajor

    Risk of Recurrent Respiratory and CNS Depression : A recurrence of respiratory depression is possible, therefore, keep the patient under continued surveillance and administer repeat doses of ZURNAI using a new auto-injector with each dose while awaiting emergency medical assistance. (Nalmefene label, Warnings and precautions)

  • …(selective blocker of Na v 1.8 sodium channels): suzetrigine • Opioid antagonists: naloxegol • PDE5 inhibitor: sildenafil (Revatio ® ) when used for pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) • Sedative/hypnotics: triazolam, oral midazolam • Serotonin receptor 1A agonist/serotonin receptor 2A antagonist: flibanserin • Vasopressin receptor antagonists: tolvaptan ➢ Drugs that… (Nirmatrelvir and ritonavir label, Contraindications)

  • Nortriptylinetricyclic antidepressantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • OlanzapineantipsychoticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Olanzapine and fluoxetineantipsychoticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • OliceridineopioidMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • OlopatadineantihistamineMajor

    • Avoid concurrent use of alcohol or other central nervous system depressants with olopatadine hydrochloride nasal solution (nasal spray) ( 5.2 ). (Olopatadine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Olopatadine and mometasoneantihistamineMajor

    • Avoid concurrent use of alcohol or other central nervous system (CNS) depressants with RYALTRIS because additional reductions in alertness and additional impairment of CNS performance may occur. (Olopatadine and mometasone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Orphenadrinemuscle relaxantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • OxazepambenzodiazepineMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • OxcarbazepineanticonvulsantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • OxycodoneopioidMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • OxymorphoneopioidMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PaliperidoneantipsychoticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PerampanelanticonvulsantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PerphenazineantipsychoticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PhenelzineMAO inhibitorMajor

    Phenelzine sulfate should not be used in combination with dextromethorphan or with CNS depressants such as alcohol and certain narcotics. (Phenelzine label, Contraindications)

  • PhenobarbitalbarbiturateMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Phentermine and topiramateCNS stimulantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PhenytoinanticonvulsantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PimozideantipsychoticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Pramipexoledopamine agonistMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PregabalinanticonvulsantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PrimidoneanticonvulsantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ProchlorperazineantipsychoticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PromethazineantihistamineMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PropofolCNS depressantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Protriptylinetricyclic antidepressantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • QuetiapineantipsychoticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Ramelteonsedative-hypnoticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • RemifentanilopioidMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • RisperidoneantipsychoticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • RitonavirantiretroviralMajor

    WARNING: DRUG-DRUG INTERACTIONS LEADING TO POTENTIALLY SERIOUS AND/OR LIFE THREATENING REACTIONS Co-administration of NORVIR with several classes of drugs including sedative hypnotics, antiarrhythmics, or ergot alkaloid preparations may result in potentially serious and/or life-threatening adverse events due to possible effects of NORVIR on the hepatic metabolism… (Ritonavir label, Boxed warning)

  • Ropiniroledopamine agonistMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • RufinamideanticonvulsantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ScopolamineanticholinergicMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Sevofluranegeneral anestheticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Sodium oxybateCNS depressantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Suvorexantsedative-hypnoticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TapentadolopioidMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Tasimelteonsedative-hypnoticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TemazepambenzodiazepineMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TetrabenazineVMAT2 inhibitorMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ThioridazineantipsychoticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ThiothixeneantipsychoticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TiagabineanticonvulsantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Tizanidinemuscle relaxantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TopiramateanticonvulsantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TramadolopioidMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TrazodoneantidepressantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TriazolambenzodiazepineMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TrifluoperazineantipsychoticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Trimipraminetricyclic antidepressantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Valproic acidanticonvulsantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • VigabatrinanticonvulsantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Zaleplonsedative-hypnoticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ZiprasidoneantipsychoticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Zolpidemsedative-hypnoticMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ZonisamideanticonvulsantMajor

    The use of LUNESTA with other sedative-hypnotics at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

Moderate interactions (76)

  • Allopurinolxanthine oxidase inhibitorModerate

    Inform patients also that the central nervous system depressant effects of allopurinol tablets may be additive to those of alcohol and other CNS depressants. (Allopurinol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • AminophyllinemethylxanthineModerate

    25% increase Diazepam Benzodiazepines increase CNS concentrations of adenosine, a potent CNS depressant, while theophylline blocks adenosine receptors. (Aminophylline label, Drug interactions)

  • AmiodaroneantiarrhythmicModerate

    The dose of LUNESTA should be reduced in patients who are administered potent inhibitors of CYP3A4, such as ketoconazole, while taking LUNESTA. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • AprepitantCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate

    The dose of LUNESTA should be reduced in patients who are administered potent inhibitors of CYP3A4, such as ketoconazole, while taking LUNESTA. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ArmodafinilCNS stimulantModerate

    Drugs that Induce CYP3A4 (Rifampicin) Racemic zopiclone exposure was decreased 80% by concomitant use of rifampicin, a potent inducer of CYP3A4. (Eszopiclone label, Drug interactions)

  • AtazanavirantiretroviralModerate

    The dose of LUNESTA should be reduced in patients who are administered potent inhibitors of CYP3A4, such as ketoconazole, while taking LUNESTA. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Sedatives/Hypnotics: midazolam (oral) triazolam ↑ midazolam (oral) ↑ triazolam Use caution when midazolam or triazolam is concomitantly administered with BIXLENVO. (Bictegravir, emtricitabine, and tenofovir alafenamide label, Drug interactions)

  • BosentanCYP3A4 inducerModerate

    Drugs that Induce CYP3A4 (Rifampicin) Racemic zopiclone exposure was decreased 80% by concomitant use of rifampicin, a potent inducer of CYP3A4. (Eszopiclone label, Drug interactions)

  • Brimonidinealpha-adrenergic agonistModerate

    Use with CNS depressants may result in an additive or potentiating effect. (Brimonidine label, Drug interactions)

  • Brimonidine and timololalpha-adrenergic agonistModerate

    Use with CNS depressants may result in an additive or potentiating effect. (Brimonidine and timolol label, Drug interactions)

  • Bupivacainelocal anestheticModerate

    Possible early warning signs of central nervous system (CNS) toxicity are restlessness, anxiety, incoherent speech, lightheadedness, numbness and tingling of the mouth and lips, metallic taste, tinnitus, dizziness, blurred vision, tremors, twitching, CNS depression, or drowsiness. (Bupivacaine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Bupivacaine and epinephrinelocal anestheticModerate

    Possible early warning signs of central nervous system (CNS) toxicity are restlessness, anxiety, incoherent speech, lightheadedness, numbness and tingling of the mouth and lips, metallic taste, tinnitus, dizziness, blurred vision, tremors, twitching, CNS depression, or drowsiness. (Bupivacaine and epinephrine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • BupropionantidepressantModerate

    Additive effects occur with concomitant use of other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol), including daytime use. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Buspironeserotonergic drugModerate

    Triazolam/flurazepam: Coadministration of buspirone with either triazolam or flurazepam did not appear to prolong or intensify the sedative effects of either benzodiazepine. (Buspirone label, Drug interactions)

  • CimetidineH2 blockerModerate

    The dose of LUNESTA should be reduced in patients who are administered potent inhibitors of CYP3A4, such as ketoconazole, while taking LUNESTA. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CitalopramSSRIModerate

    Additive effects occur with concomitant use of other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol), including daytime use. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Clarithromycinmacrolide antibioticModerate

    The dose of LUNESTA should be reduced in patients who are administered potent inhibitors of CYP3A4, such as ketoconazole, while taking LUNESTA. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CyclosporineimmunosuppressantModerate

    The dose of LUNESTA should be reduced in patients who are administered potent inhibitors of CYP3A4, such as ketoconazole, while taking LUNESTA. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Deferasiroxiron supplementModerate

    Drugs that Induce CYP3A4 (Rifampicin) Racemic zopiclone exposure was decreased 80% by concomitant use of rifampicin, a potent inducer of CYP3A4. (Eszopiclone label, Drug interactions)

  • DesvenlafaxineSNRIModerate

    Additive effects occur with concomitant use of other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol), including daytime use. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DeutetrabenazineVMAT2 inhibitorModerate

    Alcohol or other sedating drugs: May have additive sedation and somnolence ( 7.5 ) (Deutetrabenazine label, Drug interactions)

  • DexamethasonecorticosteroidModerate

    Drugs that Induce CYP3A4 (Rifampicin) Racemic zopiclone exposure was decreased 80% by concomitant use of rifampicin, a potent inducer of CYP3A4. (Eszopiclone label, Drug interactions)

  • Diltiazemcalcium channel blockerModerate

    The dose of LUNESTA should be reduced in patients who are administered potent inhibitors of CYP3A4, such as ketoconazole, while taking LUNESTA. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DronedaroneantiarrhythmicModerate

    The dose of LUNESTA should be reduced in patients who are administered potent inhibitors of CYP3A4, such as ketoconazole, while taking LUNESTA. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DuloxetineSNRIModerate

    Additive effects occur with concomitant use of other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol), including daytime use. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EfavirenzantiretroviralModerate

    The dose of LUNESTA should be reduced in patients who are administered potent inhibitors of CYP3A4, such as ketoconazole, while taking LUNESTA. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • The dose of LUNESTA should be reduced in patients who are administered potent inhibitors of CYP3A4, such as ketoconazole, while taking LUNESTA. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EluxadolineopioidModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects: Impaired alertness and motor coordination, including risk of morning impairment. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Erythromycinmacrolide antibioticModerate

    The dose of LUNESTA should be reduced in patients who are administered potent inhibitors of CYP3A4, such as ketoconazole, while taking LUNESTA. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EscitalopramSSRIModerate

    Additive effects occur with concomitant use of other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol), including daytime use. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EtravirineantiretroviralModerate

    Drugs that Induce CYP3A4 (Rifampicin) Racemic zopiclone exposure was decreased 80% by concomitant use of rifampicin, a potent inducer of CYP3A4. (Eszopiclone label, Drug interactions)

  • EverolimusimmunosuppressantModerate

    The dose of LUNESTA should be reduced in patients who are administered potent inhibitors of CYP3A4, such as ketoconazole, while taking LUNESTA. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Fluconazoleazole antifungalModerate

    The dose of LUNESTA should be reduced in patients who are administered potent inhibitors of CYP3A4, such as ketoconazole, while taking LUNESTA. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • FluoxetineSSRIModerate

    Additive effects occur with concomitant use of other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol), including daytime use. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • FluvoxamineSSRIModerate

    Additive effects occur with concomitant use of other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol), including daytime use. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • FosaprepitantCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate

    The dose of LUNESTA should be reduced in patients who are administered potent inhibitors of CYP3A4, such as ketoconazole, while taking LUNESTA. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • GriseofulvinantifungalModerate

    Drugs that Induce CYP3A4 (Rifampicin) Racemic zopiclone exposure was decreased 80% by concomitant use of rifampicin, a potent inducer of CYP3A4. (Eszopiclone label, Drug interactions)

  • ImatinibCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate

    The dose of LUNESTA should be reduced in patients who are administered potent inhibitors of CYP3A4, such as ketoconazole, while taking LUNESTA. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • IsoniazidantibioticModerate

    The dose of LUNESTA should be reduced in patients who are administered potent inhibitors of CYP3A4, such as ketoconazole, while taking LUNESTA. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Itraconazoleazole antifungalModerate

    The dose of LUNESTA should be reduced in patients who are administered potent inhibitors of CYP3A4, such as ketoconazole, while taking LUNESTA. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • IvacaftorCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate

    The dose of LUNESTA should be reduced in patients who are administered potent inhibitors of CYP3A4, such as ketoconazole, while taking LUNESTA. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • LenacapavirantiretroviralModerate

    The dose of LUNESTA should be reduced in patients who are administered potent inhibitors of CYP3A4, such as ketoconazole, while taking LUNESTA. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • LevomilnacipranSNRIModerate

    Additive effects occur with concomitant use of other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol), including daytime use. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Lidocaine and epinephrinelocal anestheticModerate

    Possible early warning signs of central nervous system (CNS) toxicity are restlessness, anxiety, incoherent speech, lightheadedness, metallic taste, tinnitus, dizziness, blurred vision, tremors, twitching, CNS depression, or drowsiness. (Lidocaine and epinephrine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • LorlatinibCYP3A4 inducerModerate

    Drugs that Induce CYP3A4 (Rifampicin) Racemic zopiclone exposure was decreased 80% by concomitant use of rifampicin, a potent inducer of CYP3A4. (Eszopiclone label, Drug interactions)

  • MetyrosineModerate

    Concurrent use of metyrosine with alcohol or other CNS depressants can increase their sedative effects. (Metyrosine label, Drug interactions)

  • MifepristoneCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate

    The dose of LUNESTA should be reduced in patients who are administered potent inhibitors of CYP3A4, such as ketoconazole, while taking LUNESTA. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Mirabegronbeta-adrenergic agonistModerate

    The dose of LUNESTA should be reduced in patients who are administered potent inhibitors of CYP3A4, such as ketoconazole, while taking LUNESTA. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MitapivatCYP3A4 inducerModerate

    Drugs that Induce CYP3A4 (Rifampicin) Racemic zopiclone exposure was decreased 80% by concomitant use of rifampicin, a potent inducer of CYP3A4. (Eszopiclone label, Drug interactions)

  • MitotaneCYP3A4 inducerModerate

    Drugs that Induce CYP3A4 (Rifampicin) Racemic zopiclone exposure was decreased 80% by concomitant use of rifampicin, a potent inducer of CYP3A4. (Eszopiclone label, Drug interactions)

  • ModafinilCNS stimulantModerate

    Drugs that Induce CYP3A4 (Rifampicin) Racemic zopiclone exposure was decreased 80% by concomitant use of rifampicin, a potent inducer of CYP3A4. (Eszopiclone label, Drug interactions)

  • Nafcillinpenicillin antibioticModerate

    Drugs that Induce CYP3A4 (Rifampicin) Racemic zopiclone exposure was decreased 80% by concomitant use of rifampicin, a potent inducer of CYP3A4. (Eszopiclone label, Drug interactions)

  • Naloxoneopioid antagonistModerate

    WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Risk of Recurrent Respiratory and CNS Depression : Due to the duration of action of naloxone relative to the opioid, respiratory and CNS depression may recur after the first dose of naloxone. (Naloxone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Naltrexone and bupropionopioid antagonistModerate

    Additive effects occur with concomitant use of other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol), including daytime use. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • NefazodoneantidepressantModerate

    Additive effects occur with concomitant use of other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol), including daytime use. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • NevirapineantiretroviralModerate

    Drugs that Induce CYP3A4 (Rifampicin) Racemic zopiclone exposure was decreased 80% by concomitant use of rifampicin, a potent inducer of CYP3A4. (Eszopiclone label, Drug interactions)

  • PalbociclibCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate

    The dose of LUNESTA should be reduced in patients who are administered potent inhibitors of CYP3A4, such as ketoconazole, while taking LUNESTA. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ParoxetineSSRIModerate

    Additive effects occur with concomitant use of other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol), including daytime use. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PimavanserinantipsychoticModerate

    CNS Depressant Effects: Impaired alertness and motor coordination, including risk of morning impairment. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Posaconazoleazole antifungalModerate

    The dose of LUNESTA should be reduced in patients who are administered potent inhibitors of CYP3A4, such as ketoconazole, while taking LUNESTA. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • RanolazineQT-prolonging drugModerate

    The dose of LUNESTA should be reduced in patients who are administered potent inhibitors of CYP3A4, such as ketoconazole, while taking LUNESTA. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • RifabutinantibioticModerate

    Drugs that Induce CYP3A4 (Rifampicin) Racemic zopiclone exposure was decreased 80% by concomitant use of rifampicin, a potent inducer of CYP3A4. (Eszopiclone label, Drug interactions)

  • RifampinantibioticModerate

    Drugs that Induce CYP3A4 (Rifampicin) Racemic zopiclone exposure was decreased 80% by concomitant use of rifampicin, a potent inducer of CYP3A4. (Eszopiclone label, Drug interactions)

  • RifapentineantibioticModerate

    Drugs that Induce CYP3A4 (Rifampicin) Racemic zopiclone exposure was decreased 80% by concomitant use of rifampicin, a potent inducer of CYP3A4. (Eszopiclone label, Drug interactions)

  • SertralineSSRIModerate

    Additive effects occur with concomitant use of other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol), including daytime use. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • SuzetrigineCYP3A4 inducerModerate

    Drugs that Induce CYP3A4 (Rifampicin) Racemic zopiclone exposure was decreased 80% by concomitant use of rifampicin, a potent inducer of CYP3A4. (Eszopiclone label, Drug interactions)

  • TheophyllinemethylxanthineModerate

    25% increase Diazepam Benzodiazepines increase CNS concentrations of adenosine, a potent CNS depressant, while theophylline blocks adenosine receptors. (Theophylline label, Drug interactions)

  • Ticagrelorantiplatelet agentModerate

    The dose of LUNESTA should be reduced in patients who are administered potent inhibitors of CYP3A4, such as ketoconazole, while taking LUNESTA. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TranylcypromineMAO inhibitorModerate

    Additive effects occur with concomitant use of other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol), including daytime use. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TrihexyphenidylanticholinergicModerate

    Concurrent use of alcohol or other CNS depressants with trihexyphenidyl may cause increased sedative effects. (Trihexyphenidyl label, Drug interactions)

  • The recent use of other drugs that cause CNS depression or EPS symptoms may also increase the risk; consider reducing the dosage or discontinuing the drug. (Trimethobenzamide label, Warnings and precautions)

  • VenlafaxineSNRIModerate

    Additive effects occur with concomitant use of other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol), including daytime use. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Verapamilcalcium channel blockerModerate

    The dose of LUNESTA should be reduced in patients who are administered potent inhibitors of CYP3A4, such as ketoconazole, while taking LUNESTA. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • VilazodoneSSRIModerate

    Additive effects occur with concomitant use of other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol), including daytime use. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Voriconazoleazole antifungalModerate

    The dose of LUNESTA should be reduced in patients who are administered potent inhibitors of CYP3A4, such as ketoconazole, while taking LUNESTA. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • VortioxetineantidepressantModerate

    Additive effects occur with concomitant use of other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol), including daytime use. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

Minor mentions (4)

  • DextroamphetamineCNS stimulantMinor

    Antihistamines Amphetamines may counteract the sedative effect of antihistamines. (Dextroamphetamine label, Drug interactions)

  • In Drug-Induced CNS and Respiratory Depression Doxapram alone may not stimulate adequate spontaneous breathing or provide sufficient arousal in patients who are severely depressed either due to respiratory failure or to CNS depressant drugs, but may be used as an adjunct to established supportive measures and resuscitative techniques. (Doxapram label, Warnings)

  • The “gasping syndrome” is characterized by central nervous system (CNS) depression, metabolic acidosis, and gasping respirations. (Epoetin alfa label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Prazosinalpha blockerMinor

    …to date with the following: (1) cardiac glycosides– digitalis and digoxin; (2) hypoglycemics–insulin, chlorpropamide, phenformin, tolazamide, and tolbutamide; (3) tranquilizers and sedatives–chlordiazepoxide, diazepam, and phenobarbital; (4) antigout–allopurinol, colchicine, and probenecid; (5) antiarrhythmics–procainamide, propranolol (see WARNINGS however),… (Prazosin label, Drug interactions)

No significant interaction reported (1)

  • Montelukastleukotriene receptor antagonistNo interaction

    …adjustment is needed when SINGULAIR is co-administered with theophylline, prednisone, prednisolone, oral contraceptives, fexofenadine, digoxin, warfarin, gemfibrozil, itraconazole, thyroid hormones, sedative hypnotics, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents, benzodiazepines, decongestants, and Cytochrome P450 (CYP) enzyme inducers [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. (Montelukast label, Drug interactions)

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