Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Professions 7th Edition by Ruth Woodrow,Bruce Colbert ,David Smith

Exercise 13

Sanjay Rudip has been experiencing insomnia for the past six weeks. At his annual physical, Sanjay reports to his physician that he saw a commercial for Lunesta (eszopiclone) and wants to know if this medication is right for him. Question
The physician warns Sanjay that when taking a hypnotic, he may develop tolerance. What does this mean
A) The body will release its own analgesia.
B) A larger dose will be required over time to achieve the same effect.
C) Sanjay will experience a lower pain threshold in the future.
D) Relief from pain will be as a result of a suggestion without the actual administration of a medication.