Sedatives & Hypnotics
Zopiclone (Imovane)
Street names: Imovane, Zimovane, Zop
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⚡What it does
- Sleep within 30 min
- Mild euphoria, amnesia at higher doses
⚠Key risks
- Dependence and brutal rebound insomnia
- Metallic taste, dry mouth
- Sleep-walking and next-day impairment
✚Overdose signs
- Deep sedation
- Slow breathing with other depressants
- Confusion, ataxia
Category comparison — Sedatives & Hypnotics
| Substance | Class | Top risks | Street price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zopiclone (Imovane) | Rx-only; Class C | Dependence and brutal rebound insomnia; Metallic taste, dry mouth | ~$1–$5 per 7.5 mg tablet |
| Zolpidem (Ambien/Stilnox) | Schedule IV | Sleep-walking, sleep-driving, hallucinations; Dependence and rebound insomnia | ~$2–$10 per 10 mg tablet |
| Secobarbital (Seconal) | Schedule II | Barbiturates: tiny margin between dose and death; Fatal in overdose, brutal withdrawal (seizures) — replaced by benzos in medicine | ~$15–$40 per capsule where diverted |
| Carisoprodol (Soma) | Schedule IV | Converts to meprobamate (Miltown) — dependence; Popular 'Soma Coma' mix with opioids — deadly | ~$1–$8 per 350 mg tablet |
| Cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril) | Not scheduled | Overdose causes hallucinations, seizures, heart rhythm problems; Abuse usually in combination (potentiates opioids) | ~$1–$5 per 10 mg tablet |
| Pentobarbital (Nembutal) | Schedule II | Veterinary euthanasia drug — overdose is usually fatal; Narrow safety margin (barbiturate) | ~$30–$100+ per vial/capsule-equivalent |
Street prices are regional estimates. Potency and cuts vary constantly.
?Frequently asked questions
What does Zopiclone (Imovane) look like?
Blue film-coated tablets (3.75/7.5 mg); blisters branded 'ZOP'
What are the signs of a Zopiclone (Imovane) overdose?
Deep sedation; Slow breathing with other depressants; Confusion, ataxia Call emergency services immediately.
How addictive is it?
Dependence and brutal rebound insomnia Dependence can develop with regular use.