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Ambien: 5 milligrams don't seem to help. my sleep doctor says to take 10 milligrams because of my weight (260lb).does weight matter with this med?
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Ambien (zolpidem): Not necessarily. If the 10mg. does not work, talk with your doctor about other options such as the CR Ambiuen.
Answered 3/17/2015
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