Question 1

is it ill advised to take 20mg of ambien (zolpidem)? the 10's don't seem to be working so well lately and i could really use the sleep. thanks!

Accepted Answer

Not good: Higher doses of Ambien (zolpidem) don't really seem to be significantly more effective but are associated with increased adverse effects. If 10 mg isn't working it is better to look for causes of this more severe insomnia - depression, anxiety, some other cause that might respond to something other than ambien (zolpidem).

Question 2

ambien (zolpidem) and claritind?

Accepted Answer

Sleepy not sneezy?: Ambien (zolpidem) will help you sleep; Claritin d will help with nasal allergy symptoms, but sometimes can cause restlessness and difficulty sleeping.

Question 3

what is ambien (zolpidem) used for?

Accepted Answer

Insomnia: Ambien (zolpidem) has an indication for the  short term treatment of insomnia. In clinical practice is not only used on a short-term basis.

Question 4

is ambien (zolpidem) addictive?

Accepted Answer

Ambien (zolpidem): Ambien (zolpidem) can cause dependnece, though its potential for creating addiction is fairly low. Many people confuse addiction with physical dependence. Addiction is a condition where people misuse a medication or drug, taking it more than it has been prescribed. They do this for recreational or other purposes. Physical dependence is a phenomenon where a body can develop tolerance to a medication or drug.

Question 5

is ambien (zolpidem) 10mg addictive?

Accepted Answer

Yes: For many people it can be addictive.
For others it's fine.

Question 6

will ambien show up on drug screens?

Accepted Answer

Shouldn't: but would depend on what they are testing for.  Are you taking drugs not prescribed? Why are you taking a drug test.

Question 7

does ambien affect sexual performance?

Accepted Answer

It makes you tired: It makes you tired - so yes it can affect your sexual performance

Question 8

can u mix vicoden and ambien (zolpidem)?

Accepted Answer

Vicodin/Ambien: Taken at same time, not good idea due to excess sedation.

Question 9

are valium and ambien (zolpidem) similar?

Accepted Answer

not really: Valium (diazepam) is a benzodiazepine tranquilizer.  Although it helps with sleep, it is mainly for anxiety and muscle relaxation, and can be taken during the day if prescribed that way.  Ambien (zolpidem) is chemically different, only used for sleep, never during the day, and is not a tranquilizer (anxiety reducer).  Valium is also habit-forming, Ambien less so (but can be too).

Question 10

can you take milk with ambien (zolpidem)?

Accepted Answer

Yes: In my practice, with my patients, I have not had anyone related any complaints regarding taking milk with Ambien (zolpidem) in the many years I have prescribed the sleeping pill.   If you have any specific concerns, please ask the clinician who is prescribing you the ambien (zolpidem).

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