Ambien CR Withdrawal

For those who abruptly stop taking Ambien CR after taking it daily for a long period of time, withdrawal symptoms may occur. Possible withdrawal symptoms may include vomiting, stomach cramps, unpleasant feelings, and sweating. Generally, Ambien CR withdrawal symptoms are minor and improve with time, without the need for treatment.

 

Ambien CR Withdrawal: An Introduction

Ambien CR™ (zolpidem tartrate extended-release tablets) is known to cause withdrawal symptoms in those who quickly stop their medicine after taking it daily for a long period of time. It is also possible, however, for withdrawal symptoms to occur when Ambien CR is taken daily for only one to two weeks. Unfortunately, there is no way for your healthcare provider to know beforehand whether you will have Ambien CR withdrawal symptoms.
 

Ambien CR Withdrawal Symptoms

Ambien CR withdrawal symptoms can vary. Some possible symptoms include, but are not limited to:
 

Treating Ambien CR Withdrawal Symptoms

In most cases, if Ambien CR withdrawal symptoms do occur, they are minor and improve with time, without the need for any treatment.
 
For more severe cases, the doctor may return the patient to his or her original Ambien CR dosage and then wean the patient off the medicine slowly.
 

Ambien CR Withdrawal: Final Thoughts

Make sure to let your healthcare provider know if you develop any symptoms when stopping Ambien CR. Also, let you healthcare provider know if you develop something that "just does not seem right." While it may not be an Ambien CR withdrawal symptom, he or she will be able to diagnose and recommend treatment for the problem.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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