IMPORTANT AMBIEN 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 Ambien is
safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your
healthcare professional before using Ambien.
ZOLPIDEM - ORAL (ZOHL-pee-dem)
COMMON AMBIEN BRAND NAME(S): Ambien
AMBIEN USES: Ambien is used to treat insomnia (sleeping
disorders).
HOW TO USE AMBIEN: 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 Ambien exactly as prescribed. Do not
increase the Ambien dose or take Ambien for longer
than prescribed.
AMBIEN 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
Ambien causes drowsiness, use caution engaging in
activities requiring alertness. If you notice other
effects while taking Ambien not listed above, contact
your doctor or pharmacist.
AMBIEN 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.
AMBIEN 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
Ambien or any medicine without doctor or pharmacist
approval.
AMBIEN OVERDOSE: If Ambien overdose is suspected,
contact your local poison control center or emergency
room immediately. Ambien symptoms of overdose may
include difficulty breathing, clumsiness, slowed heart
rate, and deep sleep from which you cannot be awakened.
AMBIEN 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 AMBIEN DOSE: Take your dose at or near bedtime.
If you miss an Ambien 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 Ambien dose to catch
up.
AMBIEN STORAGE: Store Ambien at room temperature
between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away
from heat and light. Do not store Ambien in the bathroom.
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