How Often Should You Use Ambien?
Ambien is a prescription drug used to treat the medical condition of insomnia (difficulty falling or staying asleep). Ambien should only be used as a short-term solution to help you get the rest you need. It can be addictive if used for longer periods of time. Ambien is sold as a tablet which is ingested orally. It is manufactured by the pharmaceutical company Sanofi Aventis.
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Dosage
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Use Ambien exactly as it was prescribed. Crushing or chewing Ambien may cause too much of the drug to enter your system at once. Take Ambien with a full glass of water to help prevent unpleasant side effects. Never alter the dosage of Ambien. Do not take Ambien for longer periods than it is prescribed to you.
Frequency
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Do not take more than one dose in a 24-hour period. Do not take Ambien for longer than 14 days at a time. Always allow for 7 to 8 hours of sleep time after you take your dose. Take this medication right before bedtime.
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Monitoring
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Ambien use requires strict monitoring while you are receiving treatment for your insomnia. Talk to your doctor about the steps you can take to help improve your ability to fall asleep without the use of Ambien. Follow his suggestions do not take Ambien for longer than your doctor's suggested period.
Reactions
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Ambien is associated with severe reactions which require emergency medical treatment. If you experience itching rash or hives, facial swelling (such as swelling of the face, neck, tongue, lips or throat), or have difficulty breathing, seek emergency care right away. Severe reactions to Ambien can be life-threatening.
Warning
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Using Ambien regularly for a period of a week or more can cause withdrawal symptoms if you suddenly stop treatment of Ambien. Ambien withdrawal symptoms include stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, sweating, tremors, seizure, muscle cramping and anxiety.
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