Question 1

how long will the side effects of ambien (zolpidem) last after you wake up?

Accepted Answer

It Varies: For most people there shouldn't be any residual effects since it is rapidly acting with a short half-life.  That's what you want when you develop a sleep aid.

Question 2

are there any sexual side effects of ambien (zolpidem)?

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Yes: With any sedating medication, there can be effects on libido.  Ambien (zolpidem) is included in this category.

Question 3

what are the typical side effects of ambien (zolpidem) for sleep?

Accepted Answer

Sleep  :-): Most of the side effects are dose-dependent and related to your central nervous system:  sedation, dizziness or light-headedness, headache, "drugged" feeling -- and sometimes confusion and memory loss as well.  I have also known patients who had sleepwalking with Ambien (zolpidem) -- which can be disconcerting depending on what activities are done in that state.

Question 4

strange or scary ambien (zolpidem) side effects?

Accepted Answer

Can: Strangest is the various sleep activities of which driving while eating was related to me from the psychiatrist of the patient. These variants are unpredictable and never--that i know of--as dramatic. I would not let this negate taking buproprion-that is generic for wellbutrin (bupropion).
I assume all your papers are up to date.

Question 5

does ambien (zolpidem) have any negative side effects?

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Ambien (zolpidem): Definitely.  There are many serious side effects possible.  Ask your medical doctor or your pharmacist to provide you with the manufacturers literature that details the many possible side effects.

Question 6

why do elderly people have more ambien (zolpidem) side effects?

Accepted Answer

Elderly people: Are gradually winding down due to the fact that aging gradually produces oxidative inefficiency in their cells. They have more side effects from any drug.

Question 7

ambien (zolpidem) side effects when you get off the plane in london?

Accepted Answer

Lingering sleepiness: Depending on the length of your flight and if you took ambien/zolpidem when you took off, you may still feel sleepy, groggy, or a "hung-over" feeling. Generally set aside 8 hours when taking Ambien for sleep.

Question 8

does ambien (zolpidem) make you depressed? what are the side effects?

Accepted Answer

Ambien (zolpidem): Ambien (zolpidem) is well-tolerated, however, in some cases it can cause : dizziness, light headedness, feeling tired, dry mouth, nausea, stuffy nose, headache & muscle pain. Depression is occasionally reported upon withdrawal from ambien (zolpidem).

Question 9

cyclobenzaprine and ambien (zolpidem) is it safe and what are the side effects?

Accepted Answer

Sleepiness: Using zolpidem together with cyclobenzaprine may increase side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating. Some people may also experience some impairment in thinking and judgment.

Question 10

i'm just wondering, if you take ambien (zolpidem) for a long time, can it cause depression or other side effects?

Accepted Answer

No depression, but..: I am not aware of any studies indicating a correlation between chronic zolpidem use and major depression. Some patients have become physically dependent on the medication; some develop tolerance (i.e. They need to increase their dose over time); some pts have memory impairment, usually while the med. Is in their system; and some have had episodes of sleepwalking or doing other purposeful behavior.

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