Adverse effects of Ambien
Ambien, a sleep hypnotic, can be helpful when used for short period of time. However, the longer you use Ambien, the more complex and serious become the side effects, especially to the brain. How does Ambien affect the body, mind, and central nervous system in negative ways? We review here.
Adverse effects of Ambien on behavior
- abnormal extroversion
- aggression
- anxiety
- de-personalization
- detached behavior
- emotional instability
- no fear of danger
- risk-taking behavior
Adverse effects of Ambien on the brain
- amnesia
- hallucinations
- memory impairment
- short term memory loss
Adverse effects of Ambien on psychology
- abnormal dreams
- confusion
- decreased self-esteem
- delusions
- depression
- sleep induction
- suicidal mood
Adverse effects of Ambien on sex and sexuality
- decreased libido
- decreased sperm-count
- impotence
- unconscious and risky sexual behavior
- vaginitis (inflammation of the vagina)
Adverse effects of Ambien on body responses
- anaphylactic shock
- anorexia
- ataxia
- difficulty breathing or swallowing
- dry mouth
- increased sweating
- physical weakness and lack of energy
- tachycardia
- vomiting
- vomiting
Negative effects of Ambien to general health
- angina pectoris
- eyesight changes
- infections
- memory alterations and amnesia
- myalgia
- respiratory depression
Serious adverse side effects of Ambien
- acute renal failure
- blood clots
- glaucoma
- heart attack
- loss of sight
- psychological issues
About the author
Lee Weber is a published author, medical writer, and woman in long-term recovery from addiction. Her latest book, The Definitive Guide to Addiction Interventions is set to reach university bookstores in early 2019.
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