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I've been taking ambien (zolpidem) for two years since shoulder surgery. i'm off completely now within last two weeks. my eyes seem to itch. is it temporary?

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Dr. Amin Ashrafzadeh answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Likely unrelated!: I don't think Ambien (zolpidem) and eye itching have much to do with each other!

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Answered 10/4/2016

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A member asked:

I've been taking ambien (zolpidem) for two years since shoulder surgery. i'm off completely now within last two weeks. my eyes seem to itch. is it temporary?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Amin Ashrafzadeh answered

Dr Ali and 3 doctors agreed

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