Zaleplon
Last Reviewed: Jan 09, 2025
Drug Details
Therapeutic Class:
Non-benzodiazepine sedative-hypnotics (Z drugs)
Forms:
Capsule
Administration:
By mouth
Therapeutic Uses:
Insomnia (trouble falling asleep)
Controlled Status:
Schedule IV controlled substance
Zaleplon Drug Class
Zaleplon (zah-lep-lohn) is a non-benzodiazepine hypnotic agent, also called Z drugs.
Zaleplon Age Range
Zaleplon is approved for use in adults. The safety and efficacy of this medication in pediatric patients under 18 years of age have not been established.
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