Is Ambien addictive? And what to do in case of overdosing on Ambien?
The biggest risk of this medicine is that it can be extremely addictive. People with a history of substance abuse should stay away from this medicine as the chances of them getting addicted are higher. If used for a long time it may stop working. If this happens then contact your doctor immediately. Overdosing on this medication can prove to be fatal so, get immediate medical help if you or
anyone you know has overdosed on Ambien. Some symptoms of overdosing include trouble in breathing, coma, fainting, and lightheadedness. Avoid having this medicine if you are on travel as it needs 8 hours of unhindered sleep.
What are some side effects caused by this medicine?
When you first start using this medicine, you may face troubles in sleeping. This is known as rebound insomnia and it should go away in a day or two. Some side effects of this medicine include rapid heart rate, vomiting, nausea, impaired vision, disorientation, memory loss, dizziness, aggression, addiction, anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, muscle cramps, chest pain, nightmares,
inability to concentrate, abdominal pain, respiratory depression, blurry vision, loss of coordination, diarrhea, constipation, mood swings, loss of appetite, shallow breathing, sedation, confusion, and drowsiness. For some people, this medication might cause an allergic reaction. These are very rare but if occur they can life-threatening. If you observe hives, shortness of breath, swelling of
face, tongue, lips, eyes, or throat then that means you are having a severe medical reaction to Ambien and you should seek medical assistance immediately.
When it is abused, Ambien can give a high jolt of energy which defeats the purpose of medicine. The misuse of prescription drugs is the highest as they are easily accessible. It is important to be aware of the fact that abusing these drugs is just as bad as abusing illicit drugs.