Zolpidum

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Zolpidem (Ambien^®) is a medication often prescribed to treat short-term insomnia. It is approved for use in adults only and should not be used for more than one to two weeks. The sleep medicine comes in tablet form and is taken immediately before bedtime. People taking zolpidem have been shown to fall asleep faster, sleep longer, and have fewer awakenings throughout the night. Before using this sleep medicine, make sure to let your healthcare provider know if you have sleep apnea, depression, or any allergies.

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