Tapering Lunesta (Eszopiclone) 3mg

Recommended Tapering Protocol

• Consider reducing the dose by approximately 25% every 1-2 weeks, for example, reducing Lunesta 3mg to 2mg for 1-2 weeks, then to 1mg for 1-2 weeks, and finally discontinuing completely, as recommended by Praxis Medical Insights 1

Managing Withdrawal Symptoms

• Non-pharmacological approaches like sleep hygiene practices, cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia, and relaxation techniques can be beneficial for managing temporary symptoms during tapering, as suggested by Praxis Medical Insights 1
• Over-the-counter sleep aids may help manage temporary symptoms during tapering, according to Gastroenterology 2

Special Considerations

• If you're also taking other CNS depressants, consult your healthcare provider about which medication to taper first, as advised by Praxis Medical Insights 1
• Patients with a history of seizures or other medical comorbidities may require specialist supervision during tapering, as recommended by Praxis Medical Insights 1