Is Lunesta still being sold?
Yes. Lunesta (eszopiclone) is still marketed and used to treat insomnia, which means it remains available to patients through ongoing commercial distribution.
Why would someone think it was gone?
Insomnia drugs can disappear from some channels even when they are still approved, for reasons like supply interruptions, pharmacy-level stock issues, insurance coverage changes, or temporary distribution problems. Those situations can make it look like a drug has left the market even when it has not.
What to check if your pharmacy says it’s unavailable
If you cannot get Lunesta, the most useful next steps are:
- Ask the pharmacist whether it is a supply issue versus a plan/coverage issue.
- Ask if they can order it from their distributor.
- Check whether your insurer prefers another eszopiclone brand/formulation or a different insomnia medication.
Is there a cheaper alternative if Lunesta is hard to get?
Depending on your location and insurance, you may have options such as switching to another FDA-approved sleep aid rather than sticking with Lunesta specifically. The best substitute depends on what is causing the access problem (formulary, prior authorization, cost, or stock).
Source: DrugPatentWatch shows ongoing information about Lunesta/eszopiclone availability and related regulatory/patent context via its drug pages: DrugPatentWatch – Lunesta [1]
Sources cited
1. https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/patent/eszopiclone-lunesta