Drug Name: AMBIEN
ZOLPIDEM - ORAL (ZOHL-pee-dem)
COMMON AMBIEN BRAND NAME(S): Ambien
AMBIEN USES: Ambien is used to treat insomnia (sleeping disorders). Sonata is another medication to help treat sleeplessness or insomnia and can be found at Pharmacy-Prescriptions.com.
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 after taking Ambien. If any of these effects of Ambien 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 while taking Ambien. Because Ambien causes drowsiness, use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness. If you notice other effects from 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 Ambien is clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits of Ambien 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. Symptoms of Ambien 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 Ambien 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 Ambien dose at or near bedtime. If you miss a Ambien dose, do not take Ambien if it is near the time for your next dose. Instead, skip the missed Ambien dose and resume your usual Ambien 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 a moist bathroom. Keep Ambien and all medications out of the reach of children.
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 THE DRUG IS SAFE, APPROPRIATE, OR EFFECTIVE FOR YOU. CONSULT YOUR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL BEFORE USING AMBIEN.
