A good night's sleep is invaluable for your mental and physical
well being. If you suffer from insomnia, ask your doctor about
Ambien (zolpidem tartrate), the most prescribed sleep medication
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Ambien ®
Important
Note
The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute
for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or
other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate
that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
Uses
Ambien is used to treat insomnia (sleeping disorders).
How to Use
Take Ambien by mouth immediately before bedtime on an empty stomach
or as directed. Ambien is usually taken for short periods of 7 to
10 days. Take this exactly as prescribed. Do not increase the dose
or take this for longer than prescribed.
Side Effects
Daytime drowsiness, dizziness, headache, nausea, stomach upset,
vomiting, diarrhea, lightheadedness, and dry mouth may occur. If
any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your
doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop any of these serious side
effects while taking Ambien: chest pain, rapid heart rate, difficulty
breathing, skin rash, fever, behavior changes, mental confusion,
abnormal thinking, depression. To avoid dizziness and lightheadedness
when rising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly. Also
avoid intake of alcoholic beverages which will aggravate these effects.
Because this medication causes drowsiness, use caution engaging
in activities requiring alertness. If you notice other effects not
listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of kidney disease,
liver disease, lung disease, drug dependency, depression, breathing
problems, any allergies. Ambien should be used during pregnancy
only if clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your
doctor. Since small amounts of Ambien are found in breast milk,
consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication
you may take including: any medication for depression or seizures,
narcotic pain relievers, sedatives. Avoid the use of alcohol while
taking Ambien. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor
or pharmacist approval.
Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center
or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include
difficulty breathing, clumsiness, slowed heart rate, and deep sleep
from which you cannot be awakened.
Notes
Elderly persons are usually more sensitive to the effects of Ambien.
Use cautiously. You may experience sleeping difficulties on the
first night after stopping Ambien. Be aware of this effect. If the
problem continues, contact your doctor.
Missed Dose
Take your dose at or near bedtime. If you miss a dose, do not take
it if it is near the time for your next dose. Instead, skip the
missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up"
the dose to catch up.
Storage
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30
degrees C) away from heat and light. Do not store in the bathroom.
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