Ramelteon Side Effects
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Oct 12, 2024.
Applies to ramelteon: oral tablet.
Common side effects of ramelteon
Some side effects of ramelteon may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.
Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
More common side effects
- dizziness
- sleepiness or unusual drowsiness
Less common side effects
- body aches or pain
- change in taste
- chills
- cough
- difficulty in breathing
- difficulty in moving
- discouragement
- ear congestion
- fatigue
- feeling sad or empty
- fever
- general feeling of discomfort or illness
- irritability
- joint pain
- loss of appetite
- loss of interest or pleasure
- loss of taste
- loss of voice
- muscle aching or cramping
- muscle pain or stiffness
- nasal congestion
- nausea
- pain in joints
- runny nose
- shivering
- sleeplessness
- sneezing
- sore throat
- sweating
- swollen joints
- trouble concentrating
- trouble sleeping
- unable to sleep
- unusual tiredness or weakness
- vomiting
Serious side effects of ramelteon
Along with its needed effects, ramelteon may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
For healthcare professionals
Applies to ramelteon: oral tablet.
Psychiatric adverse events
- Common (1% to 10%): Exacerbated insomnia
- Frequency not reported: Behavioral changes, complex behaviors, amnesia, hallucinations, anxiety[Ref]
Nervous system
- Common (1% to 10%): Somnolence, dizziness[Ref]
Immunologic
- Rare (less than 0.1%): Severe anaphylactic and anaphylactoid reactions (e.g., angioedema)[Ref]
Gastrointestinal
- Common (1% to 10%): Nausea[Ref]
Other
- Common (1% to 10%): Fatigue[Ref]
References
1. (2005) "Product Information. Rozerem (ramelteon)." Takeda Pharmaceuticals America
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Ramelteon side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.
