ambien side effects

What is the most important information I should know about Ambien?
• Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardousactivities.Ambien will cause drowsiness and may cause dizziness ambien side effects. If you experiencedrowsiness or dizziness, avoid these activities.Ambien should be taken justbefore bedtime ambien side effects. You may experience some carryover effects the next day ambien side effects.
• Do not drink alcohol while taking Ambien ambien side effects. Alcohol will increase drowsinessand may increase dizziness while you are taking Ambien, which could be dangerous ambien side effects.
• Do not stop taking Ambien suddenly if you have been taking it for morethan 1 or 2 weeks ambien side effects. This may cause withdrawal symptoms and make you uncomfortable ambien side effects. Talk to your doctor if you need to stop treatment with Ambien ambien side effects.

What is Ambien?
• Ambien is in a class of drugs called sedative/hypnotics or sleep medications ambien side effects. Ambien affects chemicals in your brain that may become unbalanced and causeinsomnia ambien side effects.
• Ambien induces sleep and causes relaxation ambien side effects. It is used to treat sleepdisorders such as trouble falling asleep, waking up many times during the night,or waking up too early in the morning ambien side effects. Ambien is for short-term use only--usually7 to 10 days ambien side effects. Longer-term use must be monitored closely by a doctor ambien side effects.
• Ambien may also be used for purposes other than those listed in thismedication guide ambien side effects.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Ambien?
• Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you
· have kidney disease;
· have liver disease;
· have asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, or another respiratory disease;or
· are depressed or have suicidal thoughts ambien side effects.
• You may not be able to take Ambien, or you may require a lower dose orspecial monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listedabove ambien side effects.
• Ambien is in the FDA pregnancy category B ambien side effects. This means that it is unlikelyto harm an unborn baby ambien side effects. Do not take Ambien without first talking to your doctorif you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment ambien side effects.
• Ambien passes into breast milk and may affect a nursing baby ambien side effects. Do nottake this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feedinga baby ambien side effects.
• If you are over 60 years of age, you may be more likely to experienceside effects from Ambien ambien side effects. You may require a lower dose of this medication ambien side effects.
• Ambien is not approved by the FDA for use by children younger than 18years of age ambien side effects.

How should I take Ambien?
• Take Ambien exactly as directed by your doctor ambien side effects. If you do not understandthese directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you ambien side effects.
• Take each dose with a full glass of water ambien side effects.
• Take Ambien just before you go to bed ambien side effects. It will make you drowsy, and youcould fall and hurt yourself if you take your dose before you are ready forsleep ambien side effects.
• Take Ambien only if you are able to get a full night's sleep before youmust be active again ambien side effects.
• Do not take more of this medication than is prescribed for you ambien side effects.
• Do not stop taking Ambien suddenly if you have been taking it for morethan 1 or 2 weeks ambien side effects. This may cause withdrawal symptoms and make you uncomfortable ambien side effects. Talk to your doctor if you need to stop treatment with Ambien ambien side effects.
• Store Ambien at room temperature away from moisture and heat ambien side effects.

What happens if I miss a dose?
• Since Ambien is usually taken only if you need it to help you sleep,missing a dose will not cause any problems ambien side effects. Take the missed dose only if youcan be sure that you will get 7 or 8 full hours of sleep after the dose ambien side effects. Ifyou do not sleep for 7 or 8 full hours, you may experience carryover effectsfrom Ambien after you wake up ambien side effects.

What happens if I overdose?
• Seek emergency medical attention ambien side effects.
• Symptoms of a Ambien overdose may include sleepiness, confusion, dizziness,difficult or slow breathing, and unconsciousness ambien side effects.

What should I avoid while taking Ambien?
• Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardousactivities ambien side effects. Ambien will cause drowsiness and may cause dizziness ambien side effects. If you experiencedrowsiness or dizziness, avoid these activities ambien side effects. Ambien should be taken justbefore bedtime ambien side effects. You may experience some carryover effects the next day ambien side effects.
• Do not drink alcohol while taking Ambien ambien side effects. Alcohol will increase drowsinessand may increase dizziness while you are taking Ambien, which could be dangerous ambien side effects.
• Avoid other sedatives, sleeping pills, and tranquilizers, including over-the-counterpreparations ambien side effects. They should not be used while you are taking Ambien unless yourdoctor directs otherwise ambien side effects.

What are the possible side effects of Ambien?
• If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop takingAmbien and seek emergency medical attention:
· an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat;swelling of your lips, face, or tongue; hives); or
· hallucinations, abnormal behavior, or severe confusion ambien side effects.
• Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur ambien side effects. Continueto take Ambien and talk to your doctor if you experience
· headache, drowsiness, dizziness, or clumsiness;
· nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or constipation;
· depression;
· muscle aches or pains;
· vivid or abnormal dreams; or
· amnesia (memory loss) after a dose ambien side effects.
• A problem that may occur when sleep medicines are stopped is known as"rebound insomnia." This means that a person may have more troublesleeping the first few nights after the medicine is stopped than before startingthe medicine ambien side effects. If you should experience rebound insomnia, do not get discouraged ambien side effects. This problem usually goes away on its own after 1 or 2 nights
• Ambien is habit forming ambien side effects. Stopping this medication suddenly can causewithdrawal effects if you have taken it continuously for several weeks ambien side effects. Talkto your doctor about the safe use of this medication ambien side effects.
• Side effects other than those listed here may also occur ambien side effects. Talk to yourdoctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome ambien side effects.

What other drugs will affect Ambien?
• Ambien may increase the effects of other drugs that cause drowsiness,including antidepressants, alcohol, antihistamines, other sedatives (used totreat insomnia), pain relievers, anxiety medicines, and muscle relaxants ambien side effects. Tellyour doctor about all medicines that you are taking, and do not take any medicineunless your doctor approves ambien side effects.
• Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with Ambien ambien side effects. Talkto your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-countermedicines, including herbal products ambien side effects.

Where can I get more information?
• Your pharmacist has additional information about Ambien written for healthprofessionals that you may read ambien side effects.

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