Sleep Aid: Ambien
A pharmacist explains how Ambien works, why doctors prescribe this hypnotic, and some common side effects of the drug.
Drugs-Zolpidem Guide
- Summary
- Why it is Prescribed
- Brand Names
- How it Works
- Other Information
- Other Uses
- Overdose
- Precautions
- Possible Side Effects
- Special Dietary Concerns
- Storage Conditions
Why it is Prescribed
Zolpidem is used to treat insomnia (difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep). Zolpidem belongs to a class of medications called sedative-hypnotics. It works by slowing activity in the brain to allow sleep.
How it Works
Zolpidem comes as a tablet and an extended-release (long acting) tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken as needed at bedtime. Zolpidem will work faster if it is not taken with a meal or immediately after a meal. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take zolpidem exactly as directed. You will probably become very sleepy soon after you take zolpidem and will remain sleepy for some time after ...
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Encyclopedia: Zolpidem
Zolpidem is a prescription medication used for the short-term treatment of insomnia, as well as some brain disorders. It is a short-acting nonbenzodiazepine hypnotic that potentiates gamma-aminobutyric acid , an inhibitory neurotransmitter, by binding to benzodiazepine receptors which are located on the gamma-aminobutyric acid receptors. It works quickly and has a short half-life . Some trade names of zolpidem are Ambien, Hypnogen, Myslee. Nimadorm, Nitrest, Sanval, Stilnoct, Stilnox, Zolfresh, and...
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Zolpidem consumer information from Drugs.com
Alcohol abuse (or history of) or; Drug abuse or dependence (or history of) Dependence on zolpidem may develop. Emphysema, asthma, bronchitis, or other ...
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Ambien Information from Drugs.com
Ambien (zolpidem) is a sedative and is used for the short-term treatment of insomnia. ... Drugs.com - Drug Information and Side Effects Online ...
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Ambien - Ambien CR - Zolpidem - Dosage - Side...
Ambien (Ambien CR, zolpidem) drug information, dosage, side effects, drug interactions, ... Ambien, generic drug name zolpidem tablets, is a non-narcotic ...
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zolpidem (Ambien, Sleeping Pill) drug class, medical uses ...
Read about the medication zolpidem (Ambien), a drug used as a sleeping pill to treat insomnia. Side effects, drug interactions, warnings, and precautions ...
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MedlinePlus Drug Information: Zolpidem
Oct 22, 2008 ... Zolpidem is used to treat insomnia (difficulty falling asleep or ... have ever used street drugs, or have overused prescription medications. ...
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honestly, something like that, you shouldnt ask on here, people can lie and blab on. speak to a doctor for the best advice. good luck
Asked by mark w - 20 months ago
Is it possible that Zolpidem causes mouth or body odor?
I take Zolpidem (Ambien) periodically for insomnia. Lately, my wife has mentioned that I...
I take Zolpidem (Ambien) periodically for insomnia. Lately, my wife has mentioned that I...
I have noticed this with numerous pharmaceuticals and my partner. It is definitely possible for a pharmaceutical to alter your body chemistry in a way that significantly changes...
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Sleeping Pill Can Work In Reverse
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Ambien: Still want to ban it?
March 13, 2007 A new study reports that the insomnia drug zolpidem (Ambien, Sanofi Aventis also note that single-patient drug trials such as this can provide a way to identify uses for drugs
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