Ambien and alcohol interaction oxycodone; prednisone; Prozac (fluoxetine) Seroquel (quetiapine) Synthroid (levothyroxine) tramadol; trazodone; Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin) Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) Xanax (alprazolam) Zoloft (sertraline) Ambien alcohol/food interactions. There is 1 alcohol/food interaction with Ambien (zolpidem). Ambien disease interactions Ambien and alcohol interaction Ambien (zolpidem) is a prescription drug used to treat insomnia (trouble sleeping) in adults. You can take this medication if you have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep. Like other drugs, Ambien may have interactions.Some interactions occur because one substance causes another substance to have a different effect than expected. For example, sometimes alcohol, another drug, or a supplement can affect how a drug acts in your body. Interactions can also occur if you have certain health conditions.Keep reading to learn about Ambien’s possible interactions, including a list of drugs that you should not mix with Ambien. And for more information about Ambien, including details about its uses, see this article.Ambien is available in two forms: Ambien and Ambien CR. Both of these drugs contain the same active ingredient, zolpidem. But Ambien CR is a controlled-release form of Ambien. This means the drug is released slowly over time.Because Ambien and Ambien CR contain the same active drug, they have the same interactions. However, this article focuses on the interactions of Ambien only. To learn more about Ambien CR, talk with your doctor.Certain health conditions or other factors could raise your risk of harm if you take Ambien. In that case, your doctor may not prescribe Ambien for you. This is known as a contraindication. The list below includes contraindications of Ambien.If you’ve had unusual sleep behaviors from taking Ambien. Tell your doctor if you’ve experienced unusual sleep behaviors, such as sleepwalking, sleep-driving, or other unusual behaviors after taking Ambien. These behaviors can be serious and even life threatening to you or others. If you’ve experienced these side effects from Ambien, your doctor will recommend a different treatment option for you. For more information on unusual sleep behaviors, see the “Boxed warning” section at the beginning of this article.If you’ve had an allergic reaction. If you have had an allergic reaction to Ambien or any of its ingredients, your doctor likely won’t prescribe Ambien. You can ask them about other treatments that may be better options for you.If any of the factors above apply to you, talk with your doctor before you start taking Ambien. Your doctor can determine whether Ambien is safe for you to take.Yes, Ambien interacts with alcohol. You should not drink alcohol with Ambien. Both Ambien and alcohol can cause sleepiness or dizziness. So, drinking alcohol with Ambien could raise your risk of these side effects. Or it could make these side effects worse if you do experience them.In addition, combining alcohol and Ambien can raise your risk of a serious side effect called CNS depression. This can cause confusion, loss of consciousness, low heart rate, seizures, or abnormal breathing. Drinking alcohol can also raise your risk of unusual sleep behaviors, such as sleepwalking or sleep driving.*If you have questions about drinking during your Ambien treatment, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.* Ambien has a boxed warning for this side effect. To learn more, see the “Boxed warning” section at the beginning of this article.Before you start Ambien and alcohol interaction Yes, Ambien interacts with alcohol. You should not drink alcohol with Ambien. Both Ambien and alcohol can cause sleepiness or dizziness. So, drinking alcohol with Ambien could raise your risk of Ambien and alcohol interaction tramadol; trazodone; Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin) Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) Xanax (alprazolam) Zoloft (sertraline) Ambien alcohol/food interactions. There is 1 alcohol/food interaction with Ambien (zolpidem). Ambien disease interactions. There are 8 disease interactions with Ambien (zolpidem) which include: alcohol intox; depression; drug Ambien and alcohol interaction Ambien Interactions. There are 476 drugs known to interact with Ambien (zolpidem), along with 8 disease interactions, and 1 alcohol/food interaction. Of the total drug interactions, 29 are Ambien and alcohol interaction The interaction between Ambien and alcohol is called a pharmacodynamic drug interaction. This type of drug interaction happens when drugs directly influence each other. In this case, the sedative effects of Ambien add to the sedative effects of alcohol. Mixing Ambien and alcohol also increases the risk of side effects and withdrawal symptoms. Ambien and alcohol interaction Ambien and Ambien CR interaction with alcohol. You should not drink alcohol with Ambien or Ambien CR because of several risks. Consuming alcohol Ambien and alcohol interaction Certain vaccines before or during your Ambien treatment, talk with your doctor.Does Ambien interact with lab tests?No, Ambien isn’t known to interact with lab tests. If you’d like more information about whether certain lab tests may be safe to get during your Ambient treatment, talk with your doctor.Does Ambien interact with cannabis or CBD?Cannabis (marijuana) and cannabis products, such as cannabidiol (CBD), have been specifically reported to interact with Ambien. Cannabis may affect CYP3A4, which is an enzyme responsible for breaking down Ambien. CYP3A4 inducers cause this enzyme to work faster than usual. And CYP3A4 inhibitors can prevent your body from breaking down Ambien. This could make Ambien less effective or raise your risk of side effects from the drug.Also, both cannabis and Ambien can cause drowsiness. So, using them together may make you too drowsy and raise your risk of serious side effects.Before you start treatment with Ambien, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you take cannabis. By sharing this information with them, you may help prevent possible interactions.Note: Cannabis is illegal at a federal level but is legal in many states to varying degrees.Certain medical conditions or other health factors may raise the risk of interactions with Ambien. Before taking Ambien, talk with your doctor about your health history. They’ll determine whether Ambien is right for you.Health conditions or other factors that might interact with Ambien include:Unusual sleep behaviors. Ambien has a boxed warning for the risk of unusual sleep behaviors, such as sleepwalking or sleep-driving. If you’ve had unusual sleep behaviors while taking Ambien, your doctor will have you stop taking it and switch to a different treatment. For more information, see the “Boxed warning” section above.Depression or mental health conditions. If you have a mental health condition, including depression, talk with your doctor before taking Ambien. In rare cases, Ambien may cause changes in behavior or mood, including worsening depression. Due to this risk, your doctor may monitor you closely during your treatment for symptoms of depression. In some cases, they may recommend a different treatment option for you.Liver problems. If you have liver problems, you may have a higher risk of side effects while taking Ambien. The drug could also make your liver problems worse. Before taking Ambien, tell your doctor if you have any liver problems. They can determine whether Ambien is safe for you to take. They may also consider prescribing you a lower dose of the drug.History of drug or alcohol misuse. Ambien is a controlled substance, which means it carries a risk of misuse (also called abuse) and dependence. Your risk of misuse or dependence with Ambien may be higher if you’ve misused or been dependent on alcohol or drugs before. Due to this risk, your doctor may recommend a different treatment for you. Talk with your doctor to see if Ambien may be safe for you.Lung or breathing problems. If you have lung problems or breathing problems, including sleep apnea, tell your doctor before taking Ambien. In rare cases, this Seroquel (quetiapine) Synthroid (levothyroxine) tramadol; trazodone; Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin) Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) Xanax (alprazolam) Zoloft (sertraline) Ambien alcohol/food interactions. There is 1 alcohol/food interaction with Ambien (zolpidem). Ambien disease interactions. There are 8 disease interactions with Ambien (zolpidem Ambien and alcohol interaction Yes, Ambien interacts with alcohol. You should not drink alcohol with Ambien. Both Ambien and alcohol can cause sleepiness or dizziness. Ambien and alcohol interaction zolpidem (Ambien, Ambien CR, Edluar, Zolpimist) Harmful Interactions: Mixing Alcohol with Medications. National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. Ambien and alcohol interaction Ambien Interactions. There are 472 drugs known to interact with Ambien (zolpidem), along with 8 disease interactions, and 1 alcohol/food interaction. Ambien and alcohol interaction Additionally, older or debilitated individuals who take Ambien face a higher risk of serious alcohol-medication interaction. When you age, the body cannot metabolize alcohol or Ambien as effectively. This effect means both substances remain in the body longer, and alcohol and Ambien continue interacting. Side Effects of Ambien and Alcohol Ambien and alcohol interaction Xanax (alprazolam) Zoloft (sertraline) Ambien alcohol/food interactions. There is 1 alcohol/food interaction with Ambien (zolpidem). Ambien disease interactions. There are 8 disease interactions with Ambien (zolpidem) which include: alcohol intox; depression; drug dependence; liver disease; glaucoma; liver disease; resp depression; renal Ambien and alcohol interaction Drug Interactions between Ambien and sumatriptan This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs: Ambien (zolpidem) sumatriptan Edit list (add/remove drugs) ConsumerProfessionalInteractions between your drugs No interactions were found between Ambien and sumatriptan. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. A total of 477 drugs are known to interact with Ambien. Ambien is in the drug class miscellaneous anxiolytics, sedatives and hypnotics. Ambien is used to treat Insomnia. sumatriptan A total of 100 drugs are known to interact with sumatriptan. Sumatriptan is in the drug class antimigraine agents. Sumatriptan is used to treat the following conditions: Cluster Headaches Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome (off-label) Migraine New Daily Persistent Headache (off-label) Drug and food interactions You should avoid the use of alcohol while being treated with zolpidem. Alcohol can increase the nervous system side effects of zolpidem such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating. Some people may also experience impairment in thinking and judgment. Taking zolpidem with food may delay the onset of sleep. For faster sleep onset, zolpidem should not be taken with or immediately after a meal. This will make it easier for your body to absorb the medication. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns. Switch to professional interaction data Therapeutic duplication warnings No warnings were found for your selected drugs. Therapeutic duplication warnings are only returned when drugs within the same group exceed the recommended therapeutic duplication maximum. See also Ambien drug interactions Ambien uses and side effects Sumatriptan drug interactions SUMAtriptan Succinate Syringe injection uses and side effects Drug interaction checker Report options Drug Interaction Classification These classifications are only a guideline. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific individual is difficult to determine. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication. Major Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. Moderate Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. Minor Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan. Unknown No interaction information available. Further informationAlways consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.Medical Disclaimer Check Interactions To view an interaction report containing 4 (or more) medications, please sign in or Ambien and alcohol interaction Ambien Interactions. There are 476 drugs known to interact with Ambien (zolpidem), along with 8 disease interactions, and 1 alcohol/food interaction. Of the total drug interactions, 29 are Ambien and alcohol interaction Xanax (alprazolam) Zoloft (sertraline) Ambien alcohol/food interactions. There is 1 alcohol/food interaction with Ambien (zolpidem). Ambien disease interactions. There are 8 disease interactions with Ambien (zolpidem) which include: alcohol intox; depression; drug dependence; liver disease; glaucoma; liver disease; resp depression; renal Ambien and alcohol interaction oxycodone; prednisone; Prozac (fluoxetine) Seroquel (quetiapine) Synthroid (levothyroxine) tramadol; trazodone; Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin) Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) Xanax (alprazolam) Zoloft (sertraline) Ambien alcohol/food interactions. There is 1 alcohol/food interaction with Ambien (zolpidem). Ambien disease interactions Ambien and alcohol interaction Yes, Ambien interacts with alcohol. You should not drink alcohol with Ambien. Both Ambien and alcohol can cause sleepiness or dizziness. So Ambien and alcohol interaction The interaction between Ambien and alcohol is called a pharmacodynamic drug interaction. This type of drug interaction happens when drugs directly influence each other. In this case, the sedative effects of Ambien add to the sedative effects of alcohol. Mixing Ambien and alcohol also increases the risk of side effects and withdrawal symptoms. Ambien and alcohol interaction Bottom Line Ambien induces sleep; however, Ambien CR, in particular, may impair physical and mental capabilities the next day. Ambien has also been associated with complex or dangerous sleep-related behaviors, such as "sleep-driving". The risk is higher with high doses or when it is combined with alcohol or other drugs that cause sleepiness. 5. Tips Food delays the speed of Ambien's effect. Ambien will work faster if not taken with food. Take tablets immediately before going to bed, not sooner. Do not take Ambien if you have drunk alcohol that evening or before bed. Do not take Ambien if you are unlikely to stay in bed for the next seven to eight hours.Ambien CR may help you to stay asleep, as well as promote sleep initiation. Do not cut, crush, or chew this formulation. Take only as directed by your doctor. Do not increase the dosage without your doctor's advice. Higher dosages and the CR formulation may impair next-day alertness and your ability to drive. Do not drive or perform other hazardous tasks if you still feel sleepy the next day.Ambien should not be given to children because its safety and effectiveness in children has not been demonstrated.Tell your doctor if your sleep worsens after taking Ambien. Only use Ambien for short periods to help with sleep (ideally no more than seven to ten days) as it can be habit-forming. Sleep disturbance can be a sign of some other underlying disorder. Call your doctor if your insomnia worsens or does not improve within seven to ten days.Ambien can increase your risk of falls, particularly if you need to get up in the middle of the night to go to the toilet. Remove any fall hazards from your house (such as loose rugs) and slowly get out of bed when getting up in the middle of the night.Seek immediate medical advice if you experience any unusual side effects from Ambien such as worsening insomnia, aggressiveness, hallucinations, or bizarre behaviors.Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before buying other medications over the counter to check that they are compatible with Ambien. 6. Response and effectiveness The time to Ambien's peak effect varies depending on whether the Ambien is immediate or controlled release (CR) but ranges from just over half an hour to 1.5 hours. Food delays the time Ambien takes to reach peak levels. Ambien CR has two layers: the first dissolves quickly to help you fall asleep, and the second layer dissolves slowly to help you stay asleep. 7. Interactions Medicines that interact with Ambien may either decrease its effect, affect how long it works, increase side effects, or have less of an effect when taken with Ambien. An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of the medications; however, sometimes it does. Speak to your doctor about how drug interactions should be managed. Common medications that may interact with Ambien include: anti-anxiety medications, including benzodiazepines, such as diazepam and oxazepamanticonvulsants such as valproateantidepressants, such Xanax (alprazolam) Zoloft (sertraline) Ambien alcohol/food interactions. There is 1 alcohol/food interaction with Ambien (zolpidem). Ambien disease interactions. There are 8 disease interactions with Ambien (zolpidem) which include: alcohol intox; depression; drug dependence; liver disease; glaucoma; liver disease; resp depression; renal Ambien and alcohol interaction There is a high risk of overdose on Ambien, alcohol, or both substances, too. It may happen even when a normal dose of Ambien is taken. The Ambien-alcohol interaction explains such a reaction. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, taking Ambien with alcohol will produce the following common side effects: sleepiness Ambien and alcohol interaction Zolpidem (Ambien). Are They can interact dangerously with alcohol and certain drugs.Benzodiazepines can interact with drugs Ambien and alcohol interaction Additionally, older or debilitated individuals who take Ambien face a higher risk of serious alcohol-medication interaction. When you age, the body cannot metabolize alcohol or Ambien as effectively. This effect means both substances remain in the body longer, and alcohol and Ambien continue interacting. Side Effects of Ambien and Alcohol Ambien and alcohol interaction Xanax (alprazolam) Zoloft (sertraline) Ambien alcohol/food interactions. There is 1 alcohol/food interaction with Ambien (zolpidem). Ambien disease interactions. There are 8 disease interactions with Ambien (zolpidem) which include: alcohol intox; depression; drug dependence; liver disease; glaucoma; liver disease; resp depression; renal Ambien and alcohol interaction Ambien alcohol/food interactions. There is 1 alcohol/food interaction with Ambien (zolpidem). Ambien disease interactions. There are 8 disease interactions with Ambien (zolpidem) which include: alcohol intox; depression; drug dependence; liver disease; glaucoma; liver disease; resp depression; renal dysfunction Ambien and alcohol interaction Bottom Line Ambien induces sleep; however, Ambien CR, in particular, may impair physical and mental capabilities the next day. Ambien has also been associated with complex or dangerous sleep-related behaviors, such as "sleep-driving". The risk is higher with high doses or when it is combined with alcohol or other drugs that cause sleepiness. 5. Tips Food delays the speed of Ambien's effect. Ambien will work faster if not taken with food. Take tablets immediately before going to bed, not sooner. Do not take Ambien if you have drunk alcohol that evening or before bed. Do not take Ambien if you are unlikely to stay in bed for the next seven to eight hours.Ambien CR may help you to stay asleep, as well as promote sleep initiation. Do not cut, crush, or chew this formulation. Take only as directed by your doctor. Do not increase the dosage without your doctor's advice. Higher dosages and the CR formulation may impair next-day alertness and your ability to drive. Do not drive or perform other hazardous tasks if you still feel sleepy the next day.Ambien should not be given to children because its safety and effectiveness in children has not been demonstrated.Tell your doctor if your sleep worsens after taking Ambien. Only use Ambien for short periods to help with sleep (ideally no more than seven to ten days) as it can be habit-forming. Sleep disturbance can be a sign of some other underlying disorder. Call your doctor if your insomnia worsens or does not improve within seven to ten days.Ambien can increase your risk of falls, particularly if you need to get up in the middle of the night to go to the toilet. Remove any fall hazards from your house (such as loose rugs) and slowly get out of bed when getting up in the middle of the night.Seek immediate medical advice if you experience any unusual side effects from Ambien such as worsening insomnia, aggressiveness, hallucinations, or bizarre behaviors.Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before buying other medications over the counter to check that they are compatible with Ambien. 6. Response and effectiveness The time to Ambien's peak effect varies depending on whether the Ambien is immediate or controlled release (CR) but ranges from just over half an hour to 1.5 hours. Food delays the time Ambien takes to reach peak levels. Ambien CR has two layers: the first dissolves quickly to help you fall asleep, and the second layer dissolves slowly to help you stay asleep. 7. Interactions Medicines that interact with Ambien may either decrease its effect, affect how long it works, increase side effects, or have less of an effect when taken with Ambien. An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of the medications; however, sometimes it does. Speak to your doctor about how drug interactions should be managed. Common medications that may interact with Ambien include: anti-anxiety medications, including benzodiazepines, such as diazepam and oxazepamanticonvulsants such as valproateantidepressants, such Ambien and alcohol interaction Ambien Interactions. There are 476 drugs known to interact with Ambien (zolpidem), along with 8 disease interactions, and 1 alcohol/food interaction. Of the total drug interactions, 29 are Ambien and alcohol interaction Seroquel (quetiapine) Synthroid (levothyroxine) tramadol; trazodone; Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin) Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) Xanax (alprazolam) Zoloft (sertraline) Ambien alcohol/food interactions. There is 1 alcohol/food interaction with Ambien (zolpidem). Ambien disease interactions. There are 8 disease interactions with Ambien (zolpidem Ambien and alcohol interaction The interaction between Ambien and alcohol is called a pharmacodynamic drug interaction. This type of drug interaction happens when drugs directly influence each other. In this case, the sedative effects of Ambien add to the sedative effects of alcohol. Mixing Ambien and alcohol also increases the risk of side effects and withdrawal symptoms. Ambien and alcohol interaction Ambien Interactions. There are 472 drugs known to interact with Ambien (zolpidem), along with 8 disease interactions, and 1 alcohol/food interaction. Ambien and alcohol interaction prednisone (Rayos) Related Coverage. Ambien and Ambien CR interactions: Alcohol, medications, and other factors. Ambien and alcohol interaction Drug Interactions between Ambien and Zoloft This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs: Ambien (zolpidem) Zoloft (sertraline) Edit list (add/remove drugs) ConsumerProfessionalInteractions between your drugs Using sertraline together with zolpidem may increase side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, and difficulty concentrating. Some people, especially the elderly, may also experience impairment in thinking, judgment, and motor coordination. You should avoid or limit the use of alcohol while being treated with these medications. Also avoid activities requiring mental alertness such as driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how the medications affect you. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor. Switch to professional interaction data Drug and food interactions Using sertraline together with alcohol may increase side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, and difficulty concentrating. Some people may also experience impairment in thinking, judgment, and motor coordination. You should avoid or limit the use of alcohol while being treated with sertraline. In addition, taking sertraline with grapefruit or grapefruit juice is not recommended, as it has been reported that grapefruit juice can increase the blood levels of the medication, which may lead to more side effects. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions on how to take this or other medications you are prescribed. Do not use more than the recommended dose of sertraline, and avoid activities requiring mental alertness such as driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how the medication affects you. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medication without first talking to your doctor. Switch to professional interaction data You should avoid the use of alcohol while being treated with zolpidem. Alcohol can increase the nervous system side effects of zolpidem such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating. Some people may also experience impairment in thinking and judgment. Taking zolpidem with food may delay the onset of sleep. For faster sleep onset, zolpidem should not be taken with or immediately after a meal. This will make it easier for your body to absorb the medication. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns. Switch to professional interaction data Therapeutic duplication warnings No warnings were found for your selected drugs. Therapeutic duplication warnings are only returned when drugs within the same group exceed the recommended therapeutic duplication maximum. See also Ambien drug interactions Ambien uses and side effects Zoloft drug interactions Zoloft uses and Interactions of Alcohol and Ambien Do not use alcohol while you are taking Ambien. Drinking alcohol makes the central nervous system (CNS) effects of the drug Ambien and alcohol interaction Seroquel (quetiapine) Synthroid (levothyroxine) tramadol; trazodone; Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin) Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) Xanax (alprazolam) Zoloft (sertraline) Ambien alcohol/food interactions. There is 1 alcohol/food interaction with Ambien (zolpidem). Ambien disease interactions. There are 8 disease interactions with Ambien (zolpidem Ambien and alcohol interaction Xanax (alprazolam) Zoloft (sertraline) Ambien alcohol/food interactions. There is 1 alcohol/food interaction with Ambien (zolpidem). Ambien disease interactions. There are 8 disease interactions with Ambien (zolpidem) which include: alcohol intox; depression; drug dependence; liver disease; glaucoma; liver disease; resp depression; renal Ambien and alcohol interaction Ambien and Ambien CR can interact with alcohol and certain other drugs. They can also interact with some supplements. Ambien and alcohol interaction Ambien Interactions. There are 472 drugs known to interact with Ambien (zolpidem), along with 8 disease interactions, and 1 alcohol/food interaction. Ambien and alcohol interaction The interaction between Ambien and alcohol is called a pharmacodynamic drug interaction. This type of drug interaction happens when drugs directly influence each other. In this case, the sedative effects of Ambien add to the sedative effects of alcohol. Mixing Ambien and alcohol also increases the risk of side effects and withdrawal symptoms. Ambien and alcohol interaction Drug Interactions between Ambien and Zoloft This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs: Ambien (zolpidem) Zoloft (sertraline) Edit list (add/remove drugs) ConsumerProfessionalInteractions between your drugs Using sertraline together with zolpidem may increase side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, and difficulty concentrating. Some people, especially the elderly, may also experience impairment in thinking, judgment, and motor coordination. You should avoid or limit the use of alcohol while being treated with these medications. Also avoid activities requiring mental alertness such as driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how the medications affect you. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor. Switch to professional interaction data Drug and food interactions Using sertraline together with alcohol may increase side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, and difficulty concentrating. Some people may also experience impairment in thinking, judgment, and motor coordination. You should avoid or limit the use of alcohol while being treated with sertraline. In addition, taking sertraline with grapefruit or grapefruit juice is not recommended, as it has been reported that grapefruit juice can increase the blood levels of the medication, which may lead to more side effects. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions on how to take this or other medications you are prescribed. Do not use more than the recommended dose of sertraline, and avoid activities requiring mental alertness such as driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how the medication affects you. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medication without first talking to your doctor. Switch to professional interaction data You should avoid the use of alcohol while being treated with zolpidem. Alcohol can increase the nervous system side effects of zolpidem such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating. Some people may also experience impairment in thinking and judgment. Taking zolpidem with food may delay the onset of sleep. For faster sleep onset, zolpidem should not be taken with or immediately after a meal. This will make it easier for your body to absorb the medication. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns. Switch to professional interaction data Therapeutic duplication warnings No warnings were found for your selected drugs. Therapeutic duplication warnings are only returned when drugs within the same group exceed the recommended therapeutic duplication maximum. See also Ambien drug interactions Ambien uses and side effects Zoloft drug interactions Zoloft uses and Ambien and alcohol interaction oxycodone; prednisone; Prozac (fluoxetine) Seroquel (quetiapine) Synthroid (levothyroxine) tramadol; trazodone; Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin) Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) Xanax (alprazolam) Zoloft (sertraline) Ambien alcohol/food interactions. There is 1 alcohol/food interaction with Ambien (zolpidem). Ambien disease interactions Ambien and alcohol interaction Interactions of Alcohol and Ambien Do not use alcohol while you are taking Ambien. Drinking alcohol makes the central nervous system (CNS) effects of the drug Ambien and alcohol interaction Ambien Interactions. There are 472 drugs known to interact with Ambien (zolpidem), along with 8 disease interactions, and 1 alcohol/food interaction. Ambien and alcohol interaction Ambien-Alcohol interaction has some potential side effects. When you drink alcohol with Ambien it exaggerates the negative effects of it as well as harms the body more than Ambien alone. Side effects of Ambien-alcohol interaction are following: Ambien and alcohol interaction Zoloft (sertraline) Ambien alcohol/food interactions. There is 1 alcohol/food interaction with Ambien (zolpidem). Ambien disease interactions. There are 8 disease interactions with Ambien (zolpidem) which include: alcohol intox; depression; drug dependence; liver disease; glaucoma; liver disease; resp depression; renal dysfunction Ambien and alcohol interaction Drug can cause slower breathing, which could be dangerous. If you already have lung or breathing problems, taking Ambien may worsen your condition. Talk with your doctor about whether Ambien is safe for you to take.Older age. People ages 65 years and older may have a higher risk of side effects from Ambien. Ambien can cause drowsiness, which can increase your risk of falling. If you’re age 65 years or older, your doctor may prescribe a lower dose of Ambien for you.Pregnancy. It ‘s unknown if Ambien is safe to take during pregnancy. If you’re pregnant or planning to become pregnant, talk with your doctor before starting your Ambien treatment.Breastfeeding. It’s usually not recommended to take Ambien while breastfeeding. The drug passes into breast milk, and exposure to the drug may cause harm to a breastfed child. If you’re breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed, talk with your doctor before taking Ambien. They will discuss the risks and benefits of taking Ambien with you.Allergic reaction. If you’ve had an allergic reaction to Ambien or any of its ingredients, your doctor will likely not prescribe Ambien. You can ask them about other treatments that may be better choices for you.Find answers to some frequently asked questions about Ambien and possible interactions.Does Ambien interact with blood pressure medications?No, blood pressure medications aren’t known to interact with Ambien. If you’re concerned about taking your blood pressure medications with Ambien, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.Ambien and blood pressure medications can cause some of the same side effects, such as dizziness. Taking these drugs together may raise your risk of these side effects, or it could make these side effects worse if you do experience them. If you have questions about how Ambien may interact with your blood pressure medication, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.Is it safe to take Ambien with Adderall?Yes, it’s likely safe to take Ambien if you’re also taking Adderall. Adderall is a stimulant medication that can be used for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or narcolepsy. It increases your attention and alertness.Ambien is a sedative-hypnotic. It treats insomnia by helping you to fall asleep and stay asleep.Even though it’s likely safe to take both Ambien and Adderall, your doctor will likely recommend that you don’t take these drugs at the same time. Doing so could make the drugs less effective. But it should be safe, for example, to take Adderall in the morning and Ambien in the evening.If you have questions about which treatments are right for you, talk with your doctor.Taking certain steps can help you avoid interactions with Ambien. Before starting treatment, talk with your doctor and pharmacist. Things to discuss with them include:Whether you drink alcohol or use cannabis.Other medications you take, as well as any vitamins, supplements, and herbs. Your doctor or pharmacist can help you fill out a medication list.What to do if you start taking a new drug during your Ambien treatment.It’s also important to read Ambien’s label and other paperwork that comes with The interaction between Ambien and alcohol is called a pharmacodynamic drug interaction. This type of drug interaction happens when drugs directly influence each other. In this case, the sedative effects of Ambien add to the sedative effects of alcohol. Mixing Ambien and alcohol also increases the risk of side effects and withdrawal symptoms. Ambien and alcohol interaction oxycodone; prednisone; Prozac (fluoxetine) Seroquel (quetiapine) Synthroid (levothyroxine) tramadol; trazodone; Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin) Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) Xanax (alprazolam) Zoloft (sertraline) Ambien alcohol/food interactions. There is 1 alcohol/food interaction with Ambien (zolpidem). Ambien disease interactions Ambien and alcohol interaction Ambien and Ambien CR can interact with alcohol and certain other drugs. They can also interact with some supplements. Ambien and alcohol interaction Ambien and Ambien CR can interact with alcohol and certain other drugs. They can also interact with some supplements. Ambien and alcohol interaction Additionally, older or debilitated individuals who take Ambien face a higher risk of serious alcohol-medication interaction. When you age, the body cannot metabolize alcohol or Ambien as effectively. This effect means both substances remain in the body longer, and alcohol and Ambien continue interacting. Side Effects of Ambien and Alcohol Ambien and alcohol interaction
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Ambien and Alcohol/Food Interactions