What happens if you take Ambien on an airplane?
Avoid taking Ambien during travel, such as to sleep on an airplane. You may be awakened before the effects of the medicine have worn off. Amnesia (forgetfulness) is more common if you do not get a full 7 to 8 hours of sleep after taking Ambien.
Can you take Ambien if you are allergic to zolpidem?
You should not use Ambien if you are allergic to zolpidem. The tablets may contain lactose. Use caution if you are sensitive to lactose. Ambien is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old. To make sure this medicine is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had: liver or kidney disease.
How old do you have to be to take Ambien tablets?
The tablets may contain lactose. Use caution if you are sensitive to lactose. Ambien is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old. To make sure this medicine is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had: liver or kidney disease.
When to call your doctor about Ambien side effects?
Stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have: 1 chest pain, fast or irregular heartbeat, feeling short of breath; 2 trouble breathing or swallowing; or. 3 feeling like you might pass out.
Is it safe to give my dog Ambien?
Ambien is a trade name for the sleeping medication, but the actual generic name is zolpidem. No matter what the brand is, if zolpidem is in the medication, it will be listed on the bottle. It is found in a tablet form. No matter what the brand though, you should not give this medication to your pet.
Is it safe to give a dog zolpidem?
Zolpidem or ambien is not highly toxic to dogs. At a dose of .2 mg/kg or one mg for your dog sedation may occur.
What does Ambien do to a human body?
Many people that take Ambien take it to help reduce stress and anxiety, and to help them sleep better. It causes sedation in humans and sometimes has the same effect in animals, but in some cases it has the opposite effect.