Zolpidem Flashcards
1
Q
Alternative name
A
Ambien
2
Q
Dosing IR
A
5 - 10 mg/ QHS ; PRN
5 mg for females
Max dose: 10 mg for either gender
3
Q
Dosing CR (Controlled release)
A
6.25 mg to 12.5 mg / QHS ; PRN
Females: 6.25 mg/QHS
4
Q
Which formation to use with caution
A
CR
Can cause impaired blood levels the next day.
DO NOT USE
5
Q
Complex sleep behaviors:
A
Sleep walking, talking, driving
6
Q
Response to Complex sleep behaviors:
A
D/C medication
7
Q
Habit
A
yes ; IV
8
Q
Taper
A
Yes
9
Q
Dosing Tips
A
Take at bed time
Do NOT take with meals
Short term usage for IR ( 7 - 10 DAYS)
