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Generic: Ramelteon

Form: Tablet 8mg

Indication

Ramelteon is indicated for the, treatment of insomnia, characterized by difficulty with sleep onset.

Administration

Take within 30 min of going to bed. Should not be taken with or immediately after a high-fat meal.

Adult Dose

Adult: Tablet 8 mg taken within 30 minutes of going to bed. Total daily dose should not exceed 8 mg.

Child Dose

Safety and efficacy not established

Contraindication

Hypersensitivity Ramelteon is not recommended in patients with severe hepatic impairment. Patients who develop angioedema after treatment with Ramelteon should not be re-challenged with the drug.

Mode of Action

Ramelteon is a melatonin receptor agonist with both high affinity for melatonin MT1 and MT2 receptors and selectivity over the MT3 receptor. The activity of ramelteon at the MT1 and MT2 receptors is believed to contribute to its sleep-promoting properties, as these receptors, acted upon by endogenous melatonin, are thought to be involved in the maintenance of the circadian rhythm underlying the normal sleep-wake cycle.

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Uses of __NAME__

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Side effects of __NAME__

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Safety Advice

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