Posted by Elizabeth on June 8, 2001, at 19:43:38
In reply to Ambien, posted by fachad on June 7, 2001, at 21:18:23
> Is it safe to take or will I become dependent on it to fall asleep?
Although some people say that they experienced tolerance or dependence on Ambien, available evidence suggests that this is the exception rather than the rule. I didn't have any problems, personally, and I take 20 mg. I've taken it for as long as 18 months on a pretty much daily basis. I never needed to raise the dose; I've always required 20 mg. I never experienced rebound insomnia from discontinuing it or skipping a dose.
> My problem is not falling asleep, but waking up too often and too early. Is Ambien good for that or does it just help falling asleep?
It's best for getting to sleep because it's short acting, but I find it somewhat helpful in improving sleep continuity.
-elizabeth
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