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If you are having trouble sleeping, it may be insomnia, and the good news is – it can be treated.

We all have episodes where our sleep is less than perfect. Insomnia, involves sleep problems including difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep or poor quality of sleep. Insomnia should not be confused with sleep deprivation. You can develop sleep deprivation if you're not getting enough sleep, due to a lack of opportunity to sleep.

If you have insomnia or think you might, you can take comfort in the fact that you are not alone. According to a national survey, 54% of adults said they have experienced at least one symptom of insomnia at least a few times a week.

While insomnia is a nighttime problem, it may cause daytime issues as well. People with insomnia often complain about:

  • Fatigue and daytime sleepiness
  • Moodiness
  • Irritability or anger
  • Lack of concentration and poor memory
  • Upset stomach
  • Mistakes/accidents at work or while driving

Insomnia may be associated with depression, poor health, and even having accidents. But fortunately, insomnia is a very treatable problem. That's why it's important to talk with your doctor if think you may have insomnia. If your doctor suggests a prescription sleep aid, ask if AMBIEN CR is right for you.

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Maximum benefit is $20 off, on up to 5 prescriptions, depending on your out-of-pocket costs. Not valid for patients participating in Medicare, Medicaid, government (public insurance) programs, or any private payor in the state of Massachusetts and where prohibited by law.

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.