Is Zimovane the same as Zopiclone?

Is Zimovane the same as Zopiclone?

Zopiclone and Zimovane are two popular medications that are both prescribed to help treat insomnia. People may have heard of or used both medicines, however, are people aware of the differences between them? People may ask questions like what exactly is the difference between Zopiclone and Zimovane, and are they both used to treat the same conditions? In this article, we will provide an overview of both medications. We will also discuss the side effects of each drug, as well as comparing their effectiveness. Additionally, we will answer questions about the prescription requirements and where you can purchase each medication. 

What is Zopiclone?

Zopiclone is a prescription-only medication that is used to help treat insomnia. Zopiclone is classified as a non-benzodiazepine hypnotic medication that works by changing chemicals in the brain that may become imbalanced. Non-benzodiazepine medications are used as sedatives and hypnotics, however, they do not belong to the benzodiazepine family of medications. Well-known benzodiazepines include Diazepam, Lorazepam and Alprazolam. 

What is Zimovane?

Zimovane is also a prescription-only medication that is used to treat insomnia. Simply put, Zimovane is the branded version of Zopiclone. This means that it is also a non-benzodiazepine that works in exactly the same way as Zopiclone. Zimovane and Zopiclone are both to be taken orally with the help of water just before you go to bed. If you are prone to stomach upset, you may be told to take your medication with food in order to settle the stomach. 

What is the difference between Zopiclone and Zimovane?

The only real difference between Zopiclone and Zimovane is the fact that Zimovane is the branded version of Zopiclone. Zopiclone is known as the ‘generic’ medication and is the name of the active ingredient in both drugs. The only difference between the two is the name, the branding, and the packaging that both medications come in. Because Zimovane is a branded medication it is typically more expensive than Zopiclone, however, there is no difference in the medication you receive. 

Are Zopiclone and Zimovane used to treat the same medical conditions?

Yes, as they are the same medication both Zopiclone and Zimovane are used to treat the same conditions. The primary use of Zopiclone and Zimovane is to treat insomnia. Insomnia is a condition that causes people to find difficulty falling and staying asleep. People with insomnia will not be able to fall asleep as easily as someone without insomnia. They also will struggle to remain asleep and will often find that they are waking up throughout the night. Zopiclone and Zimovane both help to balance chemicals in the brain that, when unbalanced, can lead to insomnia and bad insomnia symptoms.

Do Zimovane and Zopiclone have the same side effects?

As both medications are the same they will also have the same side effects. As with all prescription-only medications, you may experience some side effects when you use them. There are some more common side effects and there are some less common. The most common side effects of Zopiclone/Zimovane include:

• A metallic taste in the mouth
• Excessive tiredness the following day

There are some more uncommon, serious side effects that some people may experience. If these persist you may wish to speak to your doctor for further advice. There are:

• Memory problems
• Depression
• Delusions, thinking things are true that are not
• Hallucinations

Why is Zopiclone better than Zimovane?

As both medications are exactly the same aside from branding there are no real arguments to say that one is ‘better’ than the other. Both medications will work exactly the same and will offer no benefits over the other. The main reason people may say that Zopiclone is better than Zimovane is that, as a generic medication, it is usually cheaper. To purchase 10 7.5mg tablets of Zimovane from EU Meds it will cost you £59.99. To purchase 10 7.5mg tablets of Zopiclone it will cost you £47.99. 

Do I need a prescription for Zimovane?

Yes, in order to purchase Zimovane legally you will need to have a valid prescription. To get a free prescription online you will first need to complete our online consultation form. This will then be reviewed and if your consultation is successful, you will then be able to select your delivery method and complete your purchase. The consultation form is similar to the questions that a Doctor would ask you if you saw them face to face and is there to help ensure that the medication you are requesting is the right one for you.

Do I need a prescription for Zopiclone?

It is exactly the same case for Zopiclone. It does not matter whether a medication is branded or generic, if it requires a prescription prior to purchase it is illegal to buy or sell it without one. You will need a prescription in order to purchase Zopiclone. You can get one of these after the successful completion of our online consultation form.

Where can Zimovane be purchased?

You can purchase Zimovane online from EU Meds. Our process is quick and easy, and lets you sit back and wait for your medication to reach your door. In order to purchase Zimovane legally you will need to have a valid prescription, which you can get by completing our online consultation form.

Where can Zopiclone be purchased?

You can also purchase Zopiclone online from EU Meds. Much like Zimovane, you will need to have a valid prescription to legally purchase Zopiclone online. Once you have successfully completed our consultation form, you will then be able to select your delivery method, complete your order, and wait for your medication to be delivered to you.

Sources

• NHS - Zopiclone
• BNF - Zopiclone
• Drugs.com - Zopiclone
• Mind - Zopiclone
• NHSBSA - Zopiclone