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Okay to split ambien (zolpidem) cr?

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No: It turns it into immediate release ambien (zolpidem). If your doc wants you on regular ambien (zolpidem), have it prescribed at standard doses.

Answered 2/12/2017

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Ambien-CR: Not advised to split any slow release medication.

Dr Madrigal-segura agreed

Answered 5/14/2016

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