Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of zolpidem in the elderly. However, elderly patients are more sensitive to the effects of this medicine (eg, confusion, dizziness, and falling) than younger adults. ...
Extended treatment should not take place without re-evaluation of the patient’s status because the risk of abuse and dependence increases with the duration of treatment. Special Populations Elderly or debilitated patients may be especially sensitive to the effects of zolpidem tartrate. The recommended...
Elderly patients have decreased ability to eliminate zolpidem from the body, and accumulating zolpidem may cause side effects. Which drugs or supplements interact with zolpidem? Alcohol has an additive effect with zolpidem and the two should not be combined. Zolpidem should not be combined with oth...
Elderly or debilitated patients may be especially sensitive to the effects of zolpidem tartrate. The recommended dose of AMBIEN CR in these patients is 6.25 mg once daily immediately before bedtime [seeWARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS,Use In Specific Populations]. Patients with mild to moderate hepatic impai...
Elderly or debilitated patients may be especially sensitive to the effects of zolpidem tartrate. The recommended dose of AMBIEN in these patients is 5 mg once daily immediately before bedtime [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2), Use in Specific Populations (8.5)]. Patients with mild to moderate...