Ambien(Zolpidem Tartrate)
Ambien Summary
Ambien helps you get a good night's sleep that is invaluable for your mental and physical well being. If you suffer from insomnia, ask your doctor about Ambien, the most prescribed sleep medication in the U.S.
Ambien can be very effective in the short-term treatment of insomnia. While natural sleep is best, Ambien sleeping pills can help you fall asleep, stay asleep, and not awaken prematurely.
Ambien works with a natural brain chemical called GABA. GABA is one of at least 18 major brain chemicals known as neurotransmitters. Neurotransmitters control communication among neighboring brain cells by either increasing or decreasing their electrical activity.
Once released from a brain cell, it is hypothesized that GABA dampens the electrical activity of neighboring brain cells and that Ambien works with GABA to further reduce the possibility of certain brain cells becoming electrically active. Ambien is not chemically related to many older sleep drugs that work with GABA. Laboratory studies have shown that unlike these older sleep drugs, Ambien targets a specific area of the brain cell. This specific targeting may result in fewer side effects.
Ambien Uses
Ambien is used to treat insomnia (sleeping disorders).
Ambien - How to Use
Take Ambien medication 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.
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 this medication: 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 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. This medication should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Since small amounts of this medication 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 this medication. Do not start or stop 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 cautiously. You may experience sleeping difficulties on the first night after stopping this medication. Be aware of this effect. If the problem continues, contact your doctor.
Ambien - Missed Dose
Take your Ambien 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" 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 in the bathroom.
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