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Is 2 year old ambien (zolpidem) still safe to use?

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Dr. Krishna Kumar answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

2 year old Ambien (zolpidem): It is likely that 2 year old Ambien (zolpidem) is not effective for insomnia. Let Wise Person within you reflect Stresses with unresolved Emotional conflicts causing insomnia. Consider: Avoid • Alcohol • OTC Sleep aids Exercise or Yoga in the evening Before sleeping, • Close that day’s Chapter in Book of Life • Visual imagery of National Parks • Breathing Relaxation • Therapy • Medication

Answered 4/30/2016

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