While zopiclone is a highly effective sleep aid, there is controversy about the extent of its addiction potential. In practice, zopiclone is often used for treating insomnia, but it is not uncommon for patients with drug-seeking behaviour to request it.
A neurology doctor, or neurologist, is a healthcare professional who diagnoses and treats disorders affecting the brain, spinal cord, and nerves. He or she can specialize in one area or work more broadly, and can also be either a primary care provider or work in consultation with other healthcare providers.
Neuro checks are an assessment made by a medical professional on someone with a head injury, cervical injury, nerve function in injury/surgery, or stroke. Neuro checks should be performed once an hour for 24 hours in someone with a head injury. Depending on type of injury any of these checks could be done: 1  Level of Consciousness. 2  A/O and compare it with their baseline. 3  Speech clarity.  Facial symmetry 1  (smile) Tongue midline (stick your tongue out; doesn't deviate to one side)  Grasp 1  strength. Have the patient lift their leg up as you try to push it down; compare bilaterally.