Zolpidem Tartrate
Zolpidem Tartrate (or just Zolpidem) is a sedative-hypnotic drug indicated for the short-term treatment of insomnia. Sleep problems are usually temporary and require medication for a week or two, not longer. Not sleeping well can lead to a number of problems in your daily life. If your sleep disoredr lasts longer and you need this medicine longer than than 7 to 10 days be sure to check with your doctor. Recent studies associate long lasting lack of sleep with serious health problems such as an increased risk of obesity, cardiovascular disease and diabetes.
It is recommended by manufacturers that alcohol never be consumed while under treatment with Zolpidem or other sleeping tablets. Alcohol can significantly increase the side effects of Zolpidem Tartrate or any other sleep medication.
Zolpidem tartrate works very quickly. Take your prescribed dose before going to bed, exactly as instructed by your doctor. Take Zolpidem tartrate only as needed and ever double the dose. Store the medicine at room temperature and protect from extreme heat.
Recommended dosage for Zolpidem
ADULTS
The recommended dosage for adults is 10 milligrams right before
bedtime. Your doctor will prescribe a smaller dose if you
are likely to be sensitive to the drug or have a liver problem.
Never take more than 10 milligrams of Ambien per day.
CHILDREN
Safety and effectiveness have not been established in children
below the age of 18.
OLDER ADULTS
Because older people and those in a weakened condition may
be more sensitive to Ambien's effects, the recommended starting
dosage is 5 milligrams just before bedtime.
Overdosage
People who take too much Ambien may become excessively sleepy or even go into a light coma. The symptoms of overdose are more severe if the person is also taking other drugs that depress the central nervous system. Some cases of multiple overdose have been fatal.
If you suspect an overdose, seek medical attention immediately.


