A member asked:

What to do if i am 10 weeks pregnant and getting no sleep, i have some leftover ambien (zolpidem) and i'm wondering if its safe?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Try good sleep : Hygiene rather than ambien (zolpidem). Retire ; rise same time each day. Keep bedroom dark ; cool ; use only for sex ; sleep. Turn off tv. No naps. Exercise regularly but not in late evening. No caffeine for 6 hrs w/i 2 hrs of sleep. Keep dinner moderate sized ; finish at least 2 to 3 hrs before sleep. Can try warm milk, along w light reading ; warm bath. Notify your obstetrician if not helping.

Answered 12/31/2014

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