Do not share this medication with another person, even if they have the same symptoms you have. The recommended doses of Ambien are not the same in men and women, and this drug is not approved for use in children. Misuse of this medication can result in dangerous side effects. ...
Zolpidem is labelled for short-term (usually about two to six weeks) treatment of insomnia at the lowest possible dose.[3][4] It may be used for both improving sleep onset and staying asleep.[2] Guidelines from NICE, the European Sleep Research Society, and the American College of Physicia...
Zolpidem has an imidazopyridine structure and possesses a rapid onset of action and a short half-life. The toxic threshold and profile have not been well established in the pediatric population. Methods: All pediatric zolpidem exposures reported to a regional poison information center over 24 months...
Immediately evaluate any new onset behavioral changes. ( 5.5) Depression: Worsening of depression or suicidal thinking may occur. Prescribe the least amount of tablets feasible to avoid intentional overdose. ( 5.6) Respiratory Depression: Consider this risk before prescribing in patients with ...
AMBIEN CR (zolpidem tartrate extended-release tablets) is indicated for the short-term treatment of insomnia characterized by difficulties with sleep onset and/or sleep maintenance (as measured by wake time after sleep onset). The clinical trials performed in support of efficacy were up to 3 weeks...
Zolpidem has an imidazopyridine structure and possesses a rapid onset of action and a short half-life. The toxic threshold and profile have not been well established in the pediatric population. Methods: All pediatric zolpidem exposures reported to a regional poison information center over 24 months...