- The proper way to use
- Precautions to keep in mind
- Common known side effects
The proper way to use
Take ramelteon just before going to bed, when you are ready to go to sleep. This medicine works very quickly to put you to sleep.
Take ramelteon on an empty stomach.
Dosing
The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.
The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.
- For oral dosage form (tablets):
- For the treatment of insomnia (trouble in sleeping):
- Adults—8 milligrams (mg) at bedtime.
- Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
- For the treatment of insomnia (trouble in sleeping):
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of this medicine, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.
Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.





