Long term effects of Ambien on the body
Ambien (zolpidem) is used to treat sleep disorders. But Ambien slows activity in the brain. Due to its sedative properties, what are its long term effects on the body? We review here.
Possible damage to the brain:

- abnormal dreams
- amnesia
- anxiety
- delirium
- delusions
- depersonalization
- depression
- hallucinations
- insomnia
- lethargy
- memory impairment
- short term memory loss
Possible damage to the cardiovascular system:
- blood clots
- cerebrovascular disorder
- hypertension
- inflammation of the walls of veins
- palpitation
- syncope
Possible damage to the ear, nose, throat:
- difficulty breathing or swallowing
- nose bleeding
- otitis
- rhinitis
- sinusitis
- sore throat
Possible damage to the heart:
- angina pectoris
- arrhythmia
- heart attack
- tachycardia
Possible damage to the kidney:
- acute renal failure
- renal pain
- urinary incontinence
- urinary retention
- urinary tract infection
Possible damage to the liver:
- abnormal hepatic function
- bilirubinemia
- increased SGOT
- increased SGPT
Possible damage to the lungs:
- bronchitis
- pneumonia
- respiratory depression
- respiratory failure
- upper respiratory infections
Possible damage to the mouth:
- altered saliva
- changes in taste
- dry mouth
- increased salivation
- tooth caries
Possible damage to the skin:
- dermatitis
- pruritus
- rashes
- skin color change
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