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Here some tips that may help you to get a better night's sleep.

The number of hours of sleep each individual needs may vary, but one thing is certain; for our physical and mental well-being, we all need a good night's sleep. An important part of getting a good night's sleep is adopting a healthy lifestyle, developing a bedtime routine, and making your sleep environment "sleep-friendly." Here are some helpful tips that might be useful if you're having difficulty getting to sleep or staying asleep.

  • Tip 1. Go to sleep and wake at the same time each day.
    Keeping a regular sleep schedule, even on weekends, may help develop a sleep-wake rhythm that encourages better sleep.
  • Tip 2. Avoid caffeine, nicotine and alcohol late in the day.
    Caffeine - contained in tea, cola, and chocolate, as well as in coffee - is a stimulant and can cause problems for people trying to fall asleep. Although many think alcohol is a sedative, it actually disrupts sleep. Nicotine is a stimulant that can keep you awake, and smokers can experience withdrawal symptoms at night.
  • Tip 3. Watch your diet.
    A heavy meal or spicy foods before bedtime can lead to nighttime discomfort, and fluids can require disruptive trips to the bathroom. A light snack, however, can prevent hunger pangs and help you sleep better.
  • Tip 4. Exercise regularly.
    Regular exercise has been shown to improve sleep. Exercising in the morning or afternoon - at least three hours before bedtime, so you won't be too "revved-up" - may help you get a deeper, more restful sleep.
  • Tip 5. Create a relaxing bedtime routine.
    Doing the same thing every night can help signal to your body that it's time to sleep. Consider reading a book, listening to music, or practicing relaxation techniques.
  • Tip 6. Create a comfortable, relaxing environment.
    Make sure your sleeping area is comfortable and your bed is large and firm enough. Use blackout blinds, a humidifier or dehumidifier, a fan, or air conditioning if necessary.
  • Tip 7. Minimize distractions.
    Use your bedroom for sleeping. It's best to avoid doing work or using your computer in your sleep environment. Also, avoid having disrupting clocks, television or bright lights into your bedroom.
  • Tip 8. Get out of bed if you're not sleeping.
    If you don't fall asleep within 15-30 minutes of trying, get up. Get back into bed when you feel sleepy.
  • Tip 9. Limit napping.
    Napping may steal hours from your regular sleep schedule. If you must take a nap, limit it to less than an hour.
  • Tip 10. Talk to your doctor or healthcare provider.
    Often we're intimidated by doctors, but they're our best source for helping us combat health-related concerns. So, discuss your sleep problems with your doctor. You can find out if AMBIEN CR is right for you and how it may help put your sleep problems to rest. To get started, see some examples of questions to ask your doctor.
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AMBIEN CR is indicated to help you fall asleep and/or stay asleep.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

AMBIEN CR is a treatment option you and your healthcare provider can consider along with lifestyle changes and can be taken for as long as your provider recommends. Until you know how AMBIEN CR will affect you, you shouldn't drive or operate machinery. Be sure you're able to devote 7 to 8 hours to sleep before being active again. Sleepwalking, and eating or driving while not fully awake, with amnesia for the event, have been reported. If you experience any of these behaviors contact your provider immediately. In rare cases, sleep medicines may cause allergic reactions such as swelling of your tongue or throat, shortness of breath or more severe results. If you have an allergic reaction while using AMBIEN CR, contact your doctor immediately. Side effects may include next-day drowsiness, dizziness, and headache. It's non-narcotic; however, like most sleep medicines, it has some risk of dependency. Don't take it with alcohol.

Please refer to the full prescribing information and medication guide.

AMBIEN is indicated for short-term treatment, to help you fall asleep.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

When you first start taking AMBIEN, use caution in the morning when engaging in activities requiring complete alertness until you know how you will react to this medication. In most instances, memory problems can be avoided if you take AMBIEN only when you are able to get a full night's sleep (7 to 8 hours) before you need to be active again. As with any sleep medication, do not use alcohol while you are taking AMBIEN.

Sleepwalking, and eating or driving while not fully awake, with amnesia for the event, have been reported. If you experience any of these behaviors contact your provider immediately. In rare cases, sleep medicines may cause allergic reactions such as swelling of your tongue or throat, shortness of breath or more severe results. If you have an allergic reaction while using AMBIEN, contact your doctor immediately.

Prescription sleep aids are often taken for 7 to 10 days – or longer as advised by your provider. Like most sleep medicines, it has some risk of dependency.

There is a low occurrence of side effects associated with the short-term use of AMBIEN. The most commonly observed side effects in controlled clinical trials were drowsiness (2%), dizziness (1%), and diarrhea (1%).

Please refer to the full prescribing information and medication guide.