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Patient Info
Information for patients:
Patient information is printed below. To assure safe and effective use of Ambien, this information and instructions provided in the patient information section should be discussed with patients. INFORMATION FOR PATIENTS TAKING AMBIEN Text Continues Below
Your doctor has prescribed Ambien to help you sleep. The following information is intended to guide you in the safe use of this medicine. It is not meant to take the place of your doctor’s instructions. If you have any questions about Ambien tablets be sure to ask your doctor or pharmacist. Ambien is used to treat different types of sleep problems, such as:
• trouble falling asleep
• waking up too early in the morning
• waking up often during the night Some people may have more than one of these problems. Ambien belongs to a group of medicines known as the “sedative/hypnotics,” or simply, sleep medicines. There are many different sleep medicines available to help people sleep better. Sleep problems are usually temporary, requiring treatment for only a short time, usually 1 or 2 days up to 1 or 2 weeks. Some people have chronic sleep problems that may require more prolonged use of sleep medicine. However, you should not use these medicines for long periods without talking with your doctor about the risks and benefits of prolonged use.
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