Most Ambien Users Not Using Sleep Drug Safely, Researchers Warn
Most Americans fail to use sleeping pills safely, often combining them with other drugs that could exacerbate their side effects, according to researchers.
Tag Archives: Zolpimist
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Zolpimist Ads Are Misleading, According To FDA Warning Letter
The FDA sent a warning letter to the makers of Zolpimist, saying that some websites and exhibit panels downplayed the drug's side effects and overstated its effectiveness in treating insomnia.
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Generic Ambien Recall Issued Over Child Poisoning Risk
A recall of thousands of boxes of generic Ambien sleeping pills comes after federal regulators determined that they were not shipped in child-proof packaging, and could pose a poison risk…
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Belsomra Side Effects Linked To Sleep Disturbances, Ineffectiveness: ISMP Report
A new report by the ISMP warns of increasing adverse events linked to Belsomra, the first in a new class of sleeping pills released last year.
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Sleeping Pills Double Automobile Accident Risk During First Year: Study
Researchers warn that the side effects of sleeping pills can increase the risk of auto accidents for new users.
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Sleeping Pills, Anti-Anxiety Drugs May Double Risk of Death: Study
Researchers say taking some sleeping pills or hypnotic drugs may increase the risk of early death.
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FDA Made Right Call On Ambien Sleep Driving Risk: Doctors
A group of doctors support FDA's decision and use of data in making label changes and dosage change recommendations for Ambien and other insomnia drugs.
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FDA Approves New Ambien Warning Labels
Federal drug regulators have approved a new warning label update for sleeping drugs like Ambien, recommending lower doses to reduce the risk of users experiencing problems associated with lingering effects…
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Intermezzo Side Effects May Carry Same Risks as Ambien: Public Citizen
The consumer watchdog group Public Citizen is warning that side effects of Intermezzo, a shorter acting version of the sleeping drug Ambien, may carry similar safety risks the next morning…
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Sleeping Drugs Contribute to Nursing Home Falls: Study
A new study suggests that the use of sleeping aid drugs, such as Ambien, Lunesta, and Sonata, may be increasing the risk of nursing home falls and hip fractures.
