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| Zolpidem, Ambien Description Zolpidem belongs to a class of medicines that effects the central nervous system, called sedative hypnotics. Zolpidem is closely related to a family of drugs called benzodiazepines. These drugs cause sedation, muscle relaxation, act as anti-convulsants (anti-seizure), and have anti-anxiety properties. Zolpidem has selectivity in that it has little of the muscle relaxant or anti-seizure effect and more of the sedative effect. Therefore, it is used as a medication for sleep. Action hypnotic (sleeping pill) Indications insomnia Side Effects amnesia, diarrhea, dizziness, drowsiness, headache, lethargy, nausea/vomiting, withdrawal, Drug-Vitamin-Herb Interactions Negative interactions: 5-HTP and St JohnÕs Wort 5-HTP and St JohnÕs Wort increase the risk of hallucinations when combined with serotonin enhancers. Sedative herbs: Kava, Valerian, Passionflower, Hops, Ashwagandha Sedative herbs may cause excess sedation.
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