Ambien CR Oral

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Ambien CR Oral Precautions

Before taking zolpidem, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of:

kidney disease
liver disease
mental/mood problems (such as depression, thoughts of suicide)
personal or family history of regular use/abuse of drugs/alcohol/other substances
lung/breathing problems (such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, sleep apnea)
a certain muscle disease (myasthenia gravis)

Since this drug makes you drowsy, do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires alertness until you are sure you can perform such activities safely. Avoid alcoholic beverages.

Older adults may be more sensitive to the effects of this drug, especially dizziness, confusion, unsteadiness, and excessive drowsiness.

Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).

During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Infants born to mothers who have taken sedative-hypnotics near the time of delivery may have undesirable effects such as breathing problems or withdrawal symptoms. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

A small amount of this medication passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

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