Ramelteon (Cont.)

Ramelteon: When and How Do I Take It?

Some general considerations for when and how to take ramelteon include:
 
  • Ramelteon comes in tablet form and is taken once a day, 30 minutes before bedtime.
     
  • It is recommended that you take your ramelteon dose with a glass of water, not after a meal, and not with food.
     
  • Ramelteon works quickly; make sure that you are ready for sleep before taking ramelteon. Do not take ramelteon before driving or performing any tasks that require concentration.
     
  • For ramelteon to work properly, you have to take it as prescribed. Ramelteon will not work if you take it differently than how your healthcare provider has prescribed.
     

Dosing With Ramelteon

There is only one recommended dosage of ramelteon -- ramelteon 8 mg.
 
(Click Ramelteon Dosing for more information about dosing for ramelteon.)
 

Side Effects With Ramelteon

As with any medicine, there are possible side effects with ramelteon. However, not everyone who takes ramelteon will experience side effects. In fact, most people tolerate the drug well. When side effects do occur, in most cases they are minor, meaning they require no treatment or are easily treated by you or your healthcare provider.
 
The most common ramelteon side effects include:
 
  • Drowsiness
  • Fatigue
  • Dizziness.
     
(Click Ramelteon Side Effects to learn more about the specific side effects of ramelteon, including serious side effects to look out for.)
 
You can also read about other possible side effects by clicking on the following eMedTV links:
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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