What Are The Adverse Effects Of Zolpidem?

Posted on Tue, 24 Feb 2015

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Question : Hi. May I have the latest side effects shared by patients while taking Zolpidem or Ambian? Are there studies being given regarding people who spent money while on this medication? Is it common or long lasting?

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Answered by Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Detailed answer below.

Detailed Answer:
Hi, I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.

Last reported adverse effects of Zolpidem include neuropsychiatric reactions such visual hallucinations, delirium, amnesia, sleepwalking, night eating syndrome and sensory disturbances/ distortion.

In most countries it is a prescription drug that is partially or not at all covered by medical systems. But I am not aware of any such studies.

Usually side effects subside within few weeks after stopping it.

Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions.

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