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Zolpidem vs Ambien

Zolpidem vs Ambien

 

What is the Difference between Zolpidem vs. Ambien?

When looking at Zolpidem vs. Ambien, one must understand the relationship between the two. Zopidem is a prescription medication sold under the name Ambien. Therefore, Zopidem vs. Ambien is the same drug. Zopidem vs. Ambien is used to treat insomnia and certain types of brain disorders. Zopidem vs. Ambien is a short-acting hypnotic of the imidazopyridine class that releases an inhibitory neurotransmitter by binding famma-aminobutric receptors. Zopidem vs. Ambien  work quickly—typically within 15 minutes of ingestion—and has a relatively short life (between two and three hours).

Zopidem vs. Ambien  is a sedative that affects chemicals in the user’s brain to help treat insomnia. Zopidem vs. Ambien comes in two forms: the immediate release and the extended-release pill. Zopidem vs. Ambien , in the immediate release form, is intended to help users fall asleep. Zopidem vs. Ambien, in the extended-release form, has a first layer that immediately dissolves to help the user fall asleep and a second layer that dissolves at a slower rate to help the user stay asleep. Your medical professional will ultimately decide which version of Zopidem vs. Ambien is better for you. 

Zopidem vs. Ambien, although effective in helping users sleep, is attached with some serious side effects and dangers. First off, Zopidem vs. Ambien may prompt a serious allergic reaction. If you notice any allergic reaction you should stop taking Zopidem Ambien and seek immediate medical help. Symptoms that prompt immediate medical intervention include: difficulty breathing, hives, swelling of the lips, tongue, face and/or throat. 

In addition to allergic reactions Zopidem Ambien may impair your reaction time and general thinking. If you still feel drowsy after arising from a Zopidem Ambien induced sleep, you should wait a minimum of four hours before operating machinery or do anything that requires you to be alert. Also, do not take Zopidem Ambien if you have consumed alcohol during the day or before bed. 

Zopidem Ambien is a habit-forming drug and should only be used by the person whom it was prescribed for. Because of its addictive status, you—the individual it was prescribed for, must keep the medication in a safe place where others cannot reach it. 

Before taking Zopidem Ambien you must run through a brief checklist to ensure that you are not at risk of endangering yourself. To make sure you can safely ingest Zopidem Ambien, tell your doctor if you have any of these medical problems or conditions:

• Liver Disease

• You should not take Zopidem Ambien if you have a kidney disease

• You should not take v Ambien if you have a lung disease such as bronchitis, asthma, emphysema or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

• You should avoid taking Zopidem Ambien if you have sleep apnea (you temporarily stop breathing during your sleep)

• You should not be prescribed Zopidem Ambien if you have a history of alcohol or drug addiction or a history of depression, mental illness or suicidal thoughts

If you overdose on Zopidem Ambien you must seek immediate/emergency medical attention. If you are still conscious, call the Poison help line at 1-800-222-1222. An overdose of Zopidem vs. Ambien can be fatal if it is not counteracted with proper medication. Overdose symptoms of Zopidem Ambien include confusion, sleepiness, feeling light-headed, shallow breathing, coma or fainting. 

 

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