Sleeping disorders are common in this new growing world.People working day and night and stressed about their life develop insomnia.Insomnia is a sleeping disorder.People feel difficulties in falling asleep.Sleepless nights makes you tired.You may feel drowsy during the day.Feel tired in doing daily work.Doctors prescribed ambien for such issues.Ambien is FDA approved drug. 

What is ambien (zolpidem)?

Ambien is a synthetic drug.It has a powerful sedative and hypnotic formulation that helps one fall asleep faster without wasting their half night.It comes under the brand name zolpidem.It targets the brain receptors.It induces sedation thus providing a calming effect inducing sleep at a faster rate.It is generally classified under Z-drug that is non-benzodiazepine hypnotic drug.

Symptoms of insomnia

• Trouble in falling asleep
• Fatigue
• Drowsiness during the day
• Irritation
• Aggressive behaviour
• Mood swings
• Depression

Dosage and side effects of ambien

Doctors recommend 3.5 mg – 10 mg dose before sleeping and after having a proper meal. Dosage depends on the problems one may face and also according to the age.As higher dosage may lead to permanent liver damage.It may also lead to various serious health issues.

Side effects of ambien are-

• Severe headache
• Dizziness and light headedness
• Muscle pain
• Nausea
• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Allergic reactions
• Breathing problem
• Aggressive behaviour
• Dry mouth
• Hallucination etc.

Conclusion

Ambien is an FDA approved drug but with strict warning.Do not consume ambien without a doctor’s prescription.Do not consume alcohol along with it.Taking dosage more than prescribed can be fatal.It may lead to permanent hepatic and kidney problems.It’s recommended for short periods of time only as long period usage can lead to serious issues.One may also go for various other alternatives such as Cognitive behavioral therapy, Aroma therapy and various other non drug treatments.