Question 1

how many hours after drinking can u take ambien (zolpidem)?

Accepted Answer

Caution: Not a good idea to mix these. Ambioen has its own side effects even without alcohol.

Question 2

my last drink was last night 11 pm.can i take an ambien to sleep now 8am?

Accepted Answer

Ambien and Alcohol: Mixing ambien and alcohol can be DEADLY; and the FDA warns against even taking it hours after consuming alcohol. Ambien can be detected in urine 12-60 hours after you take it. If you consume alcohol, don't take Ambien; it's too dangerous.

Question 3

is it okay to take prescribed ambien (zolpidem) within a few hours of drinking caffeine?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but...: You are creating a rollercoaster type of behavior which suggests pending addiction.  The Ambien (zolpidem) won't work as well, plus, more and more reports of memory loss are coming out with Ambien (zolpidem) use.  Ambien (zolpidem) has been linked to date rape, sleepwalking, and even a couple cases of unremembered murder.  Please reconsider your actions.

Question 4

i had one drink 3 hours ago.  i am currently taking zoloft. can i take a 10 mg ambien (zolpidem)?

Accepted Answer

Prescribed?: Did Rx for both from the same Dr - or do they know about the other? Did you get instructions?  The combo can have risks of dizziness and it's best to avoid driving or many tasks. Alcohol can only add to the risks. Be careful to have a trusted person nearby just in case of side effects. Talk openly w/ Dr's about these things when they prescribe. Best wishes.

Question 5

what happens if you take lunesta (eszopiclone) or ambien with an energy drink like red bull?

Accepted Answer

Why: If you mean at the same time they defeat the purpose of each other. Red Bull and other energy drinks have caffeine which is a stimulant. They also have many other chemicals and are definitely not healthy. Lunesta (eszopiclone) and ambien are both sleeping medicstions

Question 6

is it dangerous to drink coffee and take a sleeping pill like ambien (zolpidem)?

Accepted Answer

Realize: The two may work against each other, as the caffeine in coffee is a stimulant and may keep you awake, while sleeping pills do the opposite.  You may want to avoid drinking coffee within 2-4 hours of sleeping.

Question 7

how long do i need to wait to drink after taking ambien (zolpidem)?

Accepted Answer

go right to sleep!: If you mean drink alcohol, don't!  if you simply meant you wanted a drink of water, there is a sublingual form of zolpidem called edular that does require you to wait a while before having anything to eat or drink; however, you are supposed to put yourself in bed, and be ready to fall asleep after taking Ambien or you could get yourself into trouble doing something unsafe you do not remember.

Question 8

how many hours should i wait after drinking a few beers and taking an ambien (zolpidem)?

Accepted Answer

24: It is very dangerous to combine  any sedative and alcohol. Ambien (zolpidem) is particularly dangerous. It has a negative side effect of causing you to act out your dreams, and that side effects is more likely to happen if combined with alcohol. If you drink any alcohol, do not use Ambien (zolpidem) until the next alcohol-free night.

Question 9

i have always had problems sleeping. it has gotten a lot worse with the tamoxifen.i think it's anxiety about no sleep.with ambien (zolpidem) i  lay there for 4 hrs. no tv in room, don't smoke or drink.suggestions?

Accepted Answer

Other options: Tamoxifen can cause insomnia in about 9% of patients.  It sounds like you know about sleep hygiene -- here is a reference for reminders:  http://tinyurl.Com/lpcwhxt  you might discuss low dose Elavil or sinequan with your physician, especially if Ambien (zolpidem) does not seem to help.  By low dose, i mean 10mg  - 25mg at bedtime.  It may help without causing side effects at that dose.

Question 10

can you drink alcohol while on butrans? how about one glass of wine at night to wash down an ambien (zolpidem)?

Accepted Answer

Butrans n alcohol: Not a good combination, especially with ambien!

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Is it okay to take prescribed ambien (zolpidem) within a few hours of drinking caffeine?

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I had one drink 3 hours ago. i am currently taking zoloft. can i take a 10 mg ambien (zolpidem)?

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What happens if you take lunesta (eszopiclone) or ambien with an energy drink like red bull?

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Is it dangerous to drink coffee and take a sleeping pill like ambien (zolpidem)?

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How long do i need to wait to drink after taking ambien (zolpidem)?

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How many hours should i wait after drinking a few beers and taking an ambien (zolpidem)?

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I have always had problems sleeping. it has gotten a lot worse with the tamoxifen.i think it's anxiety about no sleep.with ambien (zolpidem) i lay there for 4 hrs. no tv in room, don't smoke or drink.suggestions?

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Can you drink alcohol while on butrans? how about one glass of wine at night to wash down an ambien (zolpidem)?

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