How should I take Ambien?
You should take Ambien Zolpidem exactly as it was prescribed; it is strongly recommended that you do not take Ambien in larger amounts. Follow the directions that your doctor gives you; always consult if you have any questions about dosing.
Ambien packages come with special instructions that it would be easier for
you to take it exactly as prescribed.
Remember that you should take Ambien only if you know that you will have
full 7-8 hours of sleep. If you have less, there may be serious
consequences. If you did not get enough sleep (7-8 hours with Ambien), you
should avoid any activity where you will need your full awareness.
You should take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Do not take
the medicine with food. Ambien is only for short-term treatment. If your
sleeping problems do did not disappear after using the drug 7 to 10 nights
in a row. Do not take the drug longer than 30 days without your healthcare
providers’ advice.
Ambien may be
addicting, do not stop taking it suddenly, it may have
withdrawal symptoms. Generally you may need to you less and less dose to
stop using Ambien completely.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Ambien is usually taken then when needed so you do not have to be on a dosing schedule. It is strongly recommended that you do not take Ambien if you know that you will not have full 7-8 hours of sleep. Do not take one more to make up for the missed one; you may only make it worse.
What happens if I overdose?
If you think that you have taken too much of Ambien, you should seek medical attention immediately. Ambien overdose can be fatal, be careful not to overdose, the consequences may be very serious. Remember that this medicine is very strong.
Ambien overdose symptoms:
• Sleepiness
• Confusion
• Shallow breathing
• Feeling light-headed
• Fainting
• coma
What should I avoid while taking Ambien?
You should avoid taking Ambien if you know that after waking up you may be driving, or doing something else that requires your full awareness. You may get sleepy and fall asleep or just you will not get completely concentrated.
Do not drink alcohol while using Ambien, also do not take Ambien with food.
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