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A member asked:
How do you wean off of ambien (zolpidem) after being on it for 3 years. want to get off so we can plan for another baby. ?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Talk to you doctor: You should talk with your doctor about weaning a chronic medication like this, including other meds like antidepressants or anti-anxiety meds. Suddenly stopping these medications can cause serious side effects and make you feel much worse.
Answered 10/19/2018
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Ambien taper: I believe it is best to get direct input from the doctor who is prescribing your ambien and will be supervising your taper. When unknown on-line doctors start directing your care, we are over-stepping our bounds. Take care
Answered 10/19/2018
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