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My last drink was last night 11 pm.can i take an ambien to sleep now 8am?

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Dr. Carman Clark answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Ambien and Alcohol: Mixing ambien and alcohol can be DEADLY; and the FDA warns against even taking it hours after consuming alcohol. Ambien can be detected in urine 12-60 hours after you take it. If you consume alcohol, don't take Ambien; it's too dangerous.

Answered 4/20/2017

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