Adults who have
insomnia may benefit from the prescription drug
Ambien CR™ (
zolpidem tartrate extended-release tablets). It can help people who have difficulty falling asleep, as well as those who wake up often during the night and have trouble going back to sleep. The medication comes in tablet form and is taken once a day, immediately before bedtime.
Prior to beginning treatment with Ambien CR, inform your healthcare provider about all other medical conditions you have and any other drugs you are taking, including nonprescription products and supplements. This will help your healthcare provider make sure that this is the right treatment option for you.
(Click Ambien CR for more information on this drug, including how it works, important safety precautions, and possible side effects.)