Let's take a minute to talk about your medication.

This is Dayvigo. It is used to help people who have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep.

It is often taken one time each night, just before going to bed. You should take it exactly as your doctor tells you to. You can take Dayvigo with or without food. It may take longer to work if you take your dose with food. Call your doctor if your dose does not help you sleep better or if it instead gets worse. You should not change your dose unless your doctor says it's okay.

Most people tolerate Dayvigo well. The most common side effect is sleepiness or drowsiness. You should wait until you know how it affects you before you do activities that require you to be alert, like driving. It is important to ONLY take Dayvigo if you can get at least 7 hours of sleep. If these or other side effects become reasons you want to stop taking this medicine, please talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

As with any medicine, rare but more serious side effects can occur. With Dayvigo, this can include changes in mood and behavior, or suicidal thoughts. Call your doctor right away if you notice any worrisome changes. Some people also experience memory loss, a temporary weakness in the legs, and the feeling of being unable to move or speak when first waking up or falling asleep. You should read the Medication Guide to know which symptoms to watch for and when to report changes.

Dayvigo can interact with other medications. You should always check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking other medicines, herbal remedies, or vitamins. Also, do not drink alcohol while taking this medication.

This medicine is controlled by federal law. It can put you at risk for addiction, abuse, misuse, overdose, and death. It can be dangerous to others, so store it in a safe place.  After you stop taking it you should dispose of it properly. Ask your pharmacist about proper disposal options in your area or go to the FDA.gov website for more information.

Women should check with their doctors before becoming pregnant and before breastfeeding.

For best results with Dayvigo, follow your doctor's advice for lifestyle changes that may help you sleep better.