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Ambien CR
Information, Symptoms, Treatments and Resources
What is Ambien CR?
Generic Name: zolpidem
Other Brand Names:
zolpidem, Ambien, Edluar, Zolpidem Tartrate
Zolpidem is a sedative, also called a hypnotic. It affects chemicals in your brain that may
become unbalanced and cause sleep problems (insomnia).
Zolpidem is used to treat insomnia. The immediate-release form of zolpidem is
Ambien
, which is used to help you fall asleep. The extended-release form of zolpidem is Ambien CR
, which has a first layer that dissolves quickly to help you fall asleep, and
a second layer that dissolves slowly to help you stay asleep.Your doctor will determine which form of zolpidem is best for you.
Zolpidem may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
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I searched the forum, but only found OLDER Info, addictions, withdrawals from the Older Amb...
i am 18 years old, 5'6'', 123 lbs, and i am in the habit of taking 4-5 12.5 mg ambien cr ...
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I've been using Ambien CR the last few weeks to help with sleep during WD;s. Ready to come ...
