Posted by Chris A on April 15, 2002, at 20:42:06
In reply to Re: Is Ambien a Benzodiazapine?, posted by SLS on April 14, 2002, at 22:42:18
Scott and all,
It's my understanding that REM is shortened somewhat with Ambien. Remeron is supposed to provide a more natural sleep architecture, for those who can tolerate it.I've lost track of how long I've taken Ambien. I've suspected that it may play a part in some of my cognitive impairment, but don't know for sure. My solution to waking up in the middle of the night and not being able to go back to sleep is to take another 5 mgs. It works everytime, but I haven't had to do it lately. I don't take the second dose after 4:00 a.m. My pDoc has given his blessing to this approach, as he doesn't want any of his bipolar patients not sleeping. I am dependent on Ambien, but have not had to increase the dose. He'd rather me be dependent rather than have insomnia. BTW, I've tried all the sleep hygeine tricks for years.
Blessings,
Chris A.
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