Hyplon

Formulated to target sleep onset difficulties and support efficient transition into initial sleep stages.

Strengths: 10mg

Medicine details

Conditions
Alternative names

Sonata

Therapeutic class

Nonbenzodiazepine Hypnotic

Pharmacological class

Pyrazolopyrimidine

Minor side effects

headache; dizziness; somnolence; nausea

Moderate side effects

paraesthesia; dysmenorrhoea; asthenia

Dosage forms

Capsule, hard

Administration route

Oral use

Prescription status

POM

Manufacturer

Hab Pharma

Onset Time

15–30 minutes

Duration

4 hours

Storage instructions

Store at room temperature, keep in original packaging.

Drug interactions

alcohol; cimetidine; rifampicin

Age restrictions

Adults only.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Not recommended. Breastfeeding: Use with caution.

Contraindications

hypersensitivity to zaleplon; severe hepatic impairment; severe respiratory impairment

Serious side effects

anaphylaxis — requires immediate medical attention; angioedema — requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

Formulated to target sleep onset difficulties and support efficient transition into initial sleep stages.

Mechanism of action

Zaleplon acts as a selective agonist at the benzodiazepine site of the GABA-A receptor, providing rapid sedative effects with a unique pharmacokinetic profile facilitating quick initiation of sleep.

Hyplon

Formulated to target sleep onset difficulties and support efficient transition into initial sleep stages.

Editorial Notes

  • Active ingredient(s): Zaleplon
  • Listed indication(s): Insomnia