Charleston, WV
A 23-year-old female asked:

If i'm prescribed 10 mg ambien (zolpidem) if it doesn't work can i take two to see if it helps?

2 doctor answers3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Eric Weisman
Neurology 38 years experience
No: Both ambien and Xanax (alprazolam) can precipitate depression. With headaches and depression I think you need to get things sorted out (There are medications that will prevent headaches, help with sleep and manage depression.
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Dr. Diane Minich
Family Medicine 39 years experience
No: 10mg is the maximum dose.
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