Ramelteon



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Ramelteon Information



Ramelteon Benefits & Uses

Ramelteon is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ramelteon Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Insomnia
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 6 months
  • Special Instructions: dose should not be taken immediately after a high fat meal, dose should be taken before 30 minutes of going to bed
Geriatric
  • Disease: Insomnia
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 6 months
  • Special Instructions: dose should not be taken immediately after a high fat meal, dose should be taken before 30 minutes of going to bed

Ramelteon Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Ramelteon safe for pregnant women?


    Ramelteon may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Ramelteon again without your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Ramelteon safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Ramelteon. It should only be taken after medical advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Ramelteon on the Kidneys?


    Using Ramelteon does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Ramelteon on the Liver?


    Ramelteon has very mild side effects on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Ramelteon on the Heart?


    Ramelteon is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Ramelteon with Other Drugs

Ramelteon should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Ramelteon Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ramelteon unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Ramelteon

  • Is this Ramelteon habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Ramelteon.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Ramelteon can make you feel drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Ramelteon only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Yes, this Ramelteon works for mental disorders.

    Yes

Ramelteon Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Ramelteon


    Ramelteon may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Ramelteon


    Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Ramelteon as it can have severe side effects.

    Severe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1081

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 409

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Rozerem (ramelteon)



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