Description

Last Updated on 08 July 2026

✓ Medically Reviewed by

Dr. Andria Hicks

Chief Medical Advisor

Eszop 1 mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of insomnia (sleep disorder). It belongs to a group of medicines known as non-benzodiazepine hypnotics, which act on the brain to help you fall asleep faster and enjoy a full night of restful sleep.

Eszop 1 mg works by calming overactive brain signals, reducing sleep latency (the time it takes to fall asleep), and minimizing night-time awakenings, so you wake up feeling refreshed.

Key Benefits

• Helps manage short-term insomnia.
• Reduces difficulty in falling asleep.
• Improves sleep duration and quality.
• Non-habit forming when used under medical guidance.

 How to Take

• Take 1 mg Eszop tablet orally with water, preferably just before bedtime.
• Use only as prescribed by your doctor.
• Avoid alcohol, caffeine, or heavy meals close to bedtime for maximum effectiveness.

Precautions & Side Effects:

• Common side effects: dizziness, headache, drowsiness, dry mouth.
• Avoid driving or operating machinery after taking the dose.
• Not recommended for people with severe liver/kidney problems or a history of substance abuse.
• Should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless advised by a doctor.

FAQs:

Q1: What is Eszop 1 mg used for?

It is used to treat short-term insomnia by helping you fall asleep and stay asleep.

Q2: Is Eszop 1 mg habit-forming?

When taken as prescribed, it has a low risk of dependence. Avoid long-term use without medical advice.

Q3: Can I take Eszop 1 mg daily?

Yes, but only under a doctor’s supervision. Long-term unsupervised use is not recommended.

Q4: How long does Eszop 1 mg take to work?

It usually starts working within 30 minutes of consumption.