| While zaleplon, zolpidem and zopiclone have chemical structures that are unrelated to the benzodiazepines, they have similar pharmacological properties. |
| While authorized by Health Canada, zolpidem and zaleplon are not currently sold in Canada but may become available in the future. |
| Control of zaleplon, zopiclone to reduce potential for abuse, misuse and diversion. |
| Health Canada received one letter of objection to the proposed scheduling of zaleplon as a controlled drug. |
| The safe and effective use of zaleplon requires individualized dosage, instructions and close medical supervision. |
| The scheduling of zaleplon was transferred to the Health Products and Food Branch for scheduling. |
