A primary health care provider prescribes eszopiclone (Lunesta)for a patient.Which classification of drug will the nurse be administering to the patient?

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The nonbenzodiazepine,benzodiazepine receptor agonists are newer medications that appear to have better safety profiles and fewer adverse effects than the benzodiazepines.They are also associated with a lower risk of abuse and dependence than the benzodiazepines,although abuse and dependence do occur.Examples of medications in this class include zolpidem (Ambien),zaleplon (Sonata),and eszopiclone (Lunesta).Benzodiazepines are a common classification of drug used to treat sleep problems when a change in sleep hygiene is not effective.Examples of benzodiazepines include temazepam (Restoril),flurazepam (Dalmane),estazolam (ProSom),and triazolam (Halcion).A new class of drugs called melatonin agonists promotes the onset of sleep by increasing levels of the natural hormone melatonin,which helps normalize circadian rhythm and sleep-wake cycles.Ramelteon (Rozerem)belongs to this drug class.There is no such classification as L-tryptophan antagonist.L-tryptophan is thought to promote sleep.

A Primary Health Care Provider Prescribes Eszopiclone (Lunesta)for a Patient