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Zopiclone UK Brands, Strengths and Available Forms

Everything about zopiclone's UK strengths, branded and generic versions, and what the different tablets look like.

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Quick answer: StrengthTypical patientNotes3.75mgAdults 65+, liver/kidney impairmentCan be halved from a scored 7.5mg tablet in some cases7.5mgAdults 18–64Standard adult doseImportant: 10mg and 20mg zopiclone are not licensed in the UK. These strengths do not exist as approved UK medicines. Do.

Licensed UK strengths

StrengthTypical patientNotes
3.75mgAdults 65+, liver/kidney impairmentCan be halved from a scored 7.5mg tablet in some cases
7.5mgAdults 18–64Standard adult dose
Important: 10mg and 20mg zopiclone are not licensed in the UK. These strengths do not exist as approved UK medicines. Do not purchase zopiclone from unregistered websites.

UK brand names

  • Zimovane 3.75mg — white, film-coated, oval tablet; one score line allowing halving
  • Zimovane 7.5mg — white, film-coated, oval tablet
  • Generic zopiclone — appearance varies by manufacturer; check PIL for details

Available forms

Zopiclone is available in the UK as tablets only. Unlike some other medicines, there is no licensed:

  • Capsule formulation
  • Liquid or oral solution
  • Injection

NHS prescribing and cost

Zopiclone is available on NHS prescription (standard prescription charge applies). Generic zopiclone is significantly less expensive than branded Zimovane and is the form most commonly dispensed on the NHS.

Sources

Additional UK sources

Draft publication status: This page is prepared for a UK audience but has not yet received qualified clinical review.
Author: MediHarbour Editorial Team · Medical reviewer: To be assigned · Review date: Pending · Draft updated: 1 October 2026.
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