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Ambein
Indications:
Zolpidem,Ambein, is used short-term to treat
insomnia (to help you fall asleep and stay asleep for a proper rest).
Usage:
Zolpidem comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It
usually is taken once a day at bedtime as directed. It usually begins
working within 15 minutes. This medication usually is taken 7-10 days.
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.
special precautions:
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tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to
zolpidem or any other drugs.
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tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and
nonprescription medications you are taking, especially allergy
preparations, antihistamines, barbiturates, cold medicines, medications
for depression or seizures, pain relievers, tranquilizers, and vitamins.
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tell your doctor if you have, or have ever had kidney
or liver disease, a history of alcoholism or drug abuse or depression,
asthma, breathing problems, or allergies.
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tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become
pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking
zolpidem, call your doctor.
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if you are having surgery, including dental surgery,
tell the doctor or dentist that you are taking zolpidem.
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you should know that this drug may make you drowsy. Do
not drive a car or operate machinery until you know how this drug affects
you.
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remember that alcohol can add to the drowsiness caused
by this drug.
side effects:
Although side effects from zolpidem
are not common, they can occur. Tell your doctor if any of these
symptoms are severe or do not go away:
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drowsiness
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upset stomach
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vomiting
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constipation
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diarrhea
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headache
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dry mouth
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muscle aches
If you experience any of the following
symptoms, call your doctor immediately:
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