Ambien CR Side Effects

Ambien CR | zolpidem side effects and adverse reactions include:

• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Tiredness
• Sluggishness
• Fatigue
• Euphoria
• Abnormal thinking
• Severe allergic reaction
• Swelling
• Rapid heartbeat
• Chest pain
• Hallucination
• forgetfulness

Warnings & Recalls for Ambien CR

Tell your doctor if you have the following conditions before taking Ambien CR | zolpidem for your insomnia:

• Sleep apnea
• Hepatic impairments
• Mood disorders such as depression
• Allergies to any of the ingredients in Ambien CR | zolpidem
• A history of addiction

Do not drink alcohol while taking Ambien CR. Both zolpidem and alcohol have sedating effects and combining those increases this and can depress respiratory function. Use caution driving or operating machinery after taking Ambien CR. Even after you’ve woken up, the effects of this drug can last into the next day. If you cannot get at least eight hours of sleep while taking Ambien, it is advised that you discontinue use.

Ambien CR Treatment and Use

Ambien CR | zolpidem is a sedating, extended release hypnotic medication that is indicated for the short-term treatment of insomnia in those who have difficulty falling or staying asleep. Off label this drug is also used to treat certain brain disorders. Brain imaging studies have shown that in certain instances, damaged parts of the brain began functioning after treatment with zolpidem, although there are no universally recognized off-label uses for Ambien CR.

How does Ambien CR work?

Ambien is part of a class of drugs called hypnotics. These drugs act on chemicals in the brain that may cause agitation and anxiety that may lead to insomnia.

Ambien CR dosage

• Ambien CR | zolpidem comes as an extended release tablet that is to be taken orally and without food.
• You should take Ambien CR for your insomnia right before bedtime.
• Do not crush or dissolve tablets before taking.
• Usual adult dosage of Ambien CR for insomnia is 12.5 mg.
• Those who are elderly, may have another underlying medical condition, or who have liver disease should take a decreased dose.

Other Names for Ambien CR

Brand name:

• Ambien CR


• Zolpimist


• Edluar

Generic :

• Zolpidem

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