Warnings

Ambien can cause severe allergic reactions. If you have hives, difficulty breathing, or swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat, stop taking this medication and seek emergency medical attention.

Do not give Ambien to anyone else, even if they have the same symptoms as you. Men and women require different zolpidem doses, and this medication is not approved for use in children. Misuse of this medication can have serious side effects.

Ambien may impair your ability to think or react. You may still feel sleepy the morning after taking this medicine, especially if you take the extended-release tablet, or if you are a woman. Before doing anything that requires you to be awake and alert, wait at least 4 hours or until you are fully awake.

Never take Ambien in larger doses or for a longer period of time than prescribed.

If you have consumed alcohol during the day or just before going to bed, do not take zolpidem.