Zolpidem Long Term Use

I'm a long term user of zolpidem. Whenever I forget to take this medicine I have horrible dreams, sweats and a poor night's sleep. With zolpidem I sleep very well.I guess I should continue zolpidem indefinitely as long as my doctor approves. Also, MEDCO is now sending me pale orange zolpidem instead of white. How can I tell it's zolpidem? ## Medco changed zolpidem to a orange pill made by Torrent Pharm.Please call Medco as i have,and tell them this pill sucks.don't work..Apotex used to be what you got,as i did for 15 years.they no longer carry it!!! ## Your body is most likely used to you taking the medication, so you experience some minor withdrawal effects, if you skip a dose. That is normal, and happens with anything we ingest regularly. The FDA lists the typical side...

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Zolpidem, sold under the brand name Ambien, among others, is a medication primarily used for the short-term treatment of sleeping problems.[7][8] Guidelines recommend that it be used only after cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia and behavioral changes, such as sleep hygiene, have been tried.[9][10][11] It decreases the time to sleep onset by about fifteen minutes and at larger doses helps people stay asleep...

Round pill. 10 in on side and letters Z P L on the other. Suppose to be generic for Ambien by Geneva generics. There's so many diffrent generic pharmacies now. Everytime I get refilled it lookd different. ## That is normal with generic medications. Due to copyright reasons, I cannot post an image, but I can confirm that the tablet marked ZLP 10 does contains 10mgs of Zolpidem and is a generic or Ambien, used to treat short-term insomnia. Common side effects may include: nausea, dizziness, funny tast in mouth and memory loss. You can read more on it here: Is there anything else I can help you with? ## the pill you're posting about is the one ive been taking for months with much success. all of a sudden, my pharmacy gives me a refill and the pills are totally different, white oblo...

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I need to find a source for Zolpidem manufactured by Qualitest ## I just checked on the manufacturer's webpage and they do not have Zolpidem listed as one of their products. You can follow the link below for verification: The companies contact information is listed below: Email: [email protected] Phone: 800 444-4011 I would try emailing or calling them just to be sure if they haven't updated their product information yet. Their current product list states that the list only provides "some of our more popular items" and therefore may not reflect any other drugs they manufacture. Hope this helps! ## Zolpidem is just the generic term for "Ambien". This is a strong prescription sleep aid. ## have You found a pharmacy that carries this exact drug ..I too like this ...

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I got zolpidem 10mg and in the brackets saw name aurob Is it generic name for zolpidem? ## Aurob likely refers to Aurobindo, who is a generic drug manufacturer. So this is likely a Zolpidem generic. ## Hello, Irina! How are you? Yes, Chris is correct, thank you! Aurobindo is a pharmaceutical manufacturer. Zolpidem is the name of the active ingredient, so that is the generic name. The name brand for it is Ambien. The FDA classifies this medication as a sedative hypnotic that's used for the short-term treatment of insomnia. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, sleep actions, hallucinations and next day hangover-like effects. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Small oval pill with APO on one side and ZOLS on the other ## The pill in description marked APO ZOL 5, is Zolpidem tartrate (5 mg). Zolpidem is a prescription medication used for the short-term treatment of insomnia, as well as some brain disorders. For more information about this drug, please refer to the link below... If you have any more questions or concerns, please post back and I will be happy to help you.

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THAT PILL COME in 20mg. ## Hello, Nichi! How are you? No, this medication is not available in a 20mg dosage. The tablet you listed is manufactured by Qualitest Pharmaceuticals and they list it as containing 10mgs of Zolpidem, this is the maximum dose available in the regular release tablets. There is a time release tablet available that is 12.5mgs. The FDA classifies this medication as a sedative hypnotic that is used for the short-term treatment of insomnia. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, next-day hangover like effects, menstrual cramping and metallic taste in mouth. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have insomnia issues long term since APS related migraines etc.. Loved the Zolpidem 5mg pink caplets(oval) as could break even into 3 if it is 4 in the morning but am bouncing off rem sleep. My pharmacy no longer carries that brand but uses tiny 5 mg unbreakable white circular pills. The full 5 mg gives me that awful "hangover"How can I find a pharmacy that carries this 5 mg pink caplet?? How much is it? My insurance won't cover unless it is through their pharmacy. It is worth paying a little more if I can get by taking less & not wiping out the next day. ## Are you saying your previous brand you liked was Qualitest? Ive only ever used the 10mg so I dont know specifically what Qualitest 5 looks like. However, if it was Qualitest you had before and liked, you are out of...

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This pill does not work, Got it a C V S, been using as prescribed for three days with no sleep, I was taking another generic from k-mart that pills worked fine it was oval and purple. changed for the price difference of about $9. ## You may want to go ahead and contact your doctor about any other viable treatment options for insomnia, if the Zolp. I'd however encourage you to try some natural alternatives, such as valerian root, lavender essential oil, cannabis (indica), meditation, etc. Of those options, I find meditation to be the most effective for long term relief. This is because you can eventually gain total control over your thought patterns and how your brain operates on a daily basis. It's basically like reprogramming your brain to do as you think or say instead of lett...

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Small tablet 5mg says 73 on one side and 93 on the other side color like orange brown ## Hello, Just to confirm, the pill in description is Zolpidem tartrate (5 mg). Zolpidem is a prescription medication used for the short-term treatment of insomnia, as well as some brain disorders. For more information about this drug, please refer to the link below... If you have any more questions or concerns, please post back and I will be happy to help you.

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Oval shaped Apo on one side white 10 on other side new prescription oblong shaped peach-yellow 5 dots (like #5 dice) and 10 mg on other side Are these both Zolpidem?? ## Yes! Zolpidem is used for the short-term treatment of insomnia. Side effects may include: nausea, dizziness, hallucinations and amnesia. Read more: Are there any other questions? ## HELLO I HAVE A PEACHY COLORED OBLONG PILL WITH ONE SIDE THAT SAYS 10 MG AND THE OTHER SIDE HAS A LIKE DICE MARK ON IT IM JUS WONDERING IS THAT AN AMBIAN????????

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small white oval tab ## what are the side effects of this sleeping pill (semi-nax/zolpidem hemitartrate)? it is true that if i always take this pill there is a tendency that i cant get pregnant? it is safe to take 1tab or 1/2 tab daily? ## if anyone eat zolp 10 to 0 1time then whts there side effect?? ## I bought Hemitartrate Zolpidem 10mg in Mexico. They are white, round pills about the size of a pencil eraser and have an X on one side. Just want to check their authenticity before taking. Thank you ## I do believe this is an important one to cover for other visitors. Zolpidem is a non-bezodiazepine hypnotic that's most commonly used for the short-term treatment of insomnia. However, no it will not prevent pregnancy! I know there are medications that say they shouldn't be taken ...

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sir, i am a regular consumer of alcohol (around 300 ml a day) for the last 20 years and my age is 50. i want to give it up but i cant sleep on days i abstain from it. can i have zolpidem and alprazolam together? or what other drug will you suggest? ## If you have been consuming alcohol for that long, some withdrawal effects, such as the insomnia, are to be expected, if you suddenly stop drinking it. Zolpidem is a hypnotic used for the short-term treatment of insomnia and Alprazolam is a Benzodiazeopine, and because of the possible effects, they should not be used together, unless your doctor instructs you to do so. They can both cause depression of the central nervous system, which can result in lowered heart rate and blood pressure, as well as respiratory depression, so the two of them...

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Is there another medication stronger than 10 mg zolpidem? Lately, zolpidem hasn't been putting me asleep with one pill. I've been doing 3 a night... which makes me run out of the prescription before the 30 day time-frame! I haven't had a chance to talk with my doctor yet but I will. Any suggestions? ## Try a different brand of generic. Some are notoriously weak. Which brand are you taking now? ## This medication is really only intended for the short term treatment of insomnia, not for long term use. How long have you been taking it? The FDA warns that it may cause side effects, such as drowsiness, dizziness, sleep actions, hallucinations, and next day hangover-like effects. What other medications have you tried? Taking 3 of them can be very dangerous. ## Hey guys, Sleepless ...

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SN 10 on one side of as white oblong scored pill ## Just to confirm, the pill in description is identified as Stilnox, a brand of Zolpidem tartrate (10 mg). Manufacturer: Sanofi-Synthelabo, Worldwide (not US) Zolpidem is a prescription medication used for the short-term treatment of insomnia, as well as some brain disorders. You can learn more about this drug on the page for: Zolpidem Details I hope this info helps! ## What is the best website to use to order real Ambien?

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Can a Zolpidem 10 Mg round tablet be split and administered safely? ## Can A Zolpidem 10 Mg Tab (93/74) Be Split? ## Yes, it is safe to split any tablet, unless you are specifically told not to by your doctor or pharmacist, or if it is a time released medication. Zolpidem, the generic for Ambien is used for the short-term treatment of insomnia. read more: Are there any other questions? ## I do believe that you are only supposed to split a pill is it has a score on it, otherwise it is considered to be time released.

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I need to know if any of them are dark orange ## Hello, Lisa! How are you? Zolpidem is available in many colors, but that doesn't necessarily mean anything. Are there any markings on the tablet in question? That is what would enable it to be identified. Can you please post back with this information? Thanks! The FDA classifies Zolpidem as a sedative hypnotic that is most commonly used for the short-term treatment of insomnia. Its typical side effects may include nausea, drowsiness, dizziness, funny taste in mouth, sleep actions, hallucinations and next day hangover-like effects. ## I've been taking it for many years like 20 years and I went from 5 MG to 10 MG & simple sleep over the counter and to trazodone . I was taking 2 10 mg. Now I'm to 2 Zanax. 1 mg 2 benadryl and ...

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which is better - how do I know which one I have? ## Hello, Mickey! How are you? Which is better can depend on the person. Some people do better with the regular release that takes about 15 to 20 minutes to start working, but not everyone stays asleep with it, so they may require the sustained release. The FDA classifies this as a sedative hypnotic that is most commonly used for the short-term treatment of insomnia. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, somnolence, hallucinations, funny taste in mouth, next day hangover-like effects and sleep actions. What are the markings on the pills you have? If you can post back with this information, I can check to see which formulation they are.

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Zolpidem Tartate

Zolpidem, sold under the brand name Ambien, among others, is a medication primarily used for the short-term treatment of sleeping problems.[7][8] Guidelines recommend that it be used only after cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia and behavioral changes, such as sleep hygiene, have been tried.[9][10][11] It decreases the time to sleep onset by about fifteen minutes and at larger doses helps people stay asleep...

I suffer from insomnia and have been asked to take some Zolpidem to see if it will help. Thank you for any feedback from others who've also been on this medication. ## It can help for short-term treatment of insomnia. Though, the NIH warns that it carries the risk of causing side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, sleep actions, funny taste in mouth, hallucinations, and sleep actions. Have you tried taking it, yet? Are you on any other medications?

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