Ambien is available as both generic and brand name medications. Generic Ambien is cheaper than its branded counterpart

You may want to try different methods of administration.

You may want to consider trying different methods of administration. It's important to take Ambien as directed, but you may experience fewer side effects by taking it in a slightly different way. You can try one of these methods:

• Taking the drug with water or food
• Taking the drug on an empty stomach
• Swallowing or chewing your pill (if you use the generic version)

You may wish to consider trying several different ones until you find something that works for you.

Ambien is a sleeping pill that patients can take by mouth. However, there are other ways to take Ambien, including:

• Injecting or snorting it
• Inhaling the powder form of ambien using a vaporizer or nebulizer (cough machine)

Patients may not know if they will be able to tolerate Ambien until they try it. If it doesn't work well for you, your doctor may want you to try several different types and doses until you find something that works for you.

If you are taking Ambien with other medications, make sure you tell your doctor if you experience any side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, drowsiness, dizziness, headache or blurred vision.

If you are taking Ambien with other medications, make sure you tell your doctor if you experience any side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, drowsiness, dizziness, headache or blurred vision.

Tell your doctor about all the prescription and nonprescription medications that you are currently taking including vitamins and herbal supplements. Do not stop taking any medication without first talking to your healthcare provider. This includes over-the-counter (OTC) medicines such as aspirin and ibuprofen as well as any herbal supplements like St. John's Wort or valerian root

If you have any questions about whether this drug is right for you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

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Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever been addicted to alcohol or drugs.

Ambien is not for everyone. Tell your doctor if you have ever been addicted to alcohol or drugs. If you are addicted, you may not be able to take Ambien.

Also, let your doctor know if you:

• Have any history of depression or other mental health problems
• Are pregnant or plan on becoming pregnant during treatment with this medication

Tell your doctor if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you: Some people may be at greater risk than others for serious side effects while using Ambien.

Tell your doctor if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you: Some people may be at greater risk than others for serious side effects while using Ambien.

If you have kidney disease, liver disease, or heart disease, you may be at greater risk of serious side effects while using Ambien.

If you have a history of depression, mental illness, or suicidal thoughts, you may be at greater risk of serious side effects while using Ambien.

Ambien has been cited as a major cause of death and injury around the world due to its addictive properties and potential for abuse and death in those who misuse it.

Ambien is highly habit-forming and can lead to severe withdrawal symptoms if you take it too often or at high doses, or abruptly stop taking it.