Ambien.

Ambien (zolpidem) is a hypnotic and sedative medicine widely used in patients unable to fall asleep or stay asleep. Ambien is usually taken at bedtime and it's best to avoid taking it with a meal. Taking Ambien with some meals can slow down its absorption. Usually you will be recommended to take this medicine for a short period of time only – for 10 days in a row at most. Taking Ambien for longer is not recommended, as this can lead to withdrawal symptoms once you decide to discontinue the treatment. The following withdrawal symptoms are possible if you stop the treatment: stomach cramps, muscle cramps, sweating, seizures, vomiting, and shakiness. Your health care provider will most probably recommended gradual withdrawal. Make sure you never share your dose of Ambien with other people to whom it was prescribed. In case you are taking any other medications, make sure your health care provider is aware of that fact. The following ones are especially important to report: other sleeping pills, sedatives, tranquilizers, mental illness drugs, medications for anxiety, colds or allergies meds, seizure medications, or antidepressants. A dose adjustment may be required or other changes will need to be made.