Ambien CR User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)

• OTCMe...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 27, 2018

For Insomnia "My doctor prescribed Zolpidem Tartate 10mg and I gave it a real honest shot for a little over a week. It did a good job a initially getting me to sleep, but after about an hour I would wake up and be in a state of half sleep/half wake the rest of the night (totally exhausted the next day). I remember one day I was in a meeting with my manager talking about filing emails (super simple discussion) and suddenly numbers and formulas were flying around my head like you see in those TV shows (Numbers, or the Librarians) where a person is solving complex formulas in their head. Except we were just talking about filing emails and I couldn't get rid of all these numbers & equations that were swimming in my vision! It was super distracting, and I feel like it was definitely a hallucination, but not neccessary a crazy one, just a bit out of place. I stopped taking it after that week. I occasionally switch between it and OTC if I need something, but I really don't find it helpful for restful sleep."

• Anony...
• March 30, 2016

For Insomnia "Ambien has been hit or miss for me. When it works it's bliss! 2 out of 3 days it doesn't work well. The CR is supposed to help me stay asleep but at best I get 4-6 hours of sleep. It's not the greatest sleep - I fall off and wake up frequently without feeling I've slept, but it's better than staring at the ceiling till dawn. It's expensive!"

• Marc...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• June 7, 2022

For Insomnia "I have been taking Ambien for about 6 years now. I switched from the regular 10mg instant release to 12.5 Ambien CR about 3 years ago. I was struggling to find a good manufacturer. I tried Sandoz zolpidem which didn’t help me sleep at all. I tried lupin which was even worse and then I tried Winthrop zolpidem which was by far the best zolpidem manufacturer I’ve ever had. I had received the best 2 years of sleep and had a very great experience with Winthrop but my pharmacy just changed Distributors so they don’t have Winthrop anymore. I can’t find it anywhere. They have the manufacturer BreckenRidge. Has anyone tried this Manufacturer and if they have can someone give me some insight on how it is? I had to go back to the regular 10mg instant because none of the other brands would work and my sleep has been terrible. There is no reviews anywhere so I’d greatly appreciate some of your thoughts and experiences."

• Brady
• December 20, 2015

For Insomnia "I have severe insomnia and Ambien CR has worked very well for me. Previously, I tried the Ambien IR and while it did knock me out for a good 3-4 hours, it didn't help me to stay asleep and the Ambien CR does just that. My only complaint is some days I seem to very drowsy and sluggish, but most of the time I wake up feeling refreshed and ready tackle the day."

• No...
• January 5, 2016

For Insomnia "I've taken both ambien and ambien CR. it caused interesting side effects from day one. I found that whatever was on my mind before taking the meds (I.e. I had to do laundry/clean the house the next day or go to a sale) I'd end up getting up and doing them that night before falling asleep and not even remember it the next day!! I would vacuum at 2am, cook whole meals, get in my car to go to a tech store sale and come home with 100 movies (some 2 or 3 copies!)! My husband didn't mind the extra wild sex! It would have been nice if I would have remembered it too! The last straw for me was when a close family member passed away, I couldn't get rest so I took one to help. A month later, I found I had an accident I didn't remember! Be careful!"

• Jerry...
• January 5, 2018

For Insomnia "Having insomnia and anxiety for years. This issues had been struggle me. First doctor prescribed me benzodiazepines “Nitrazepam” 5mg for day time during work. And “Valium” 10mg for night time. It doesn’t work for me both. Even worst of those side effects. I tried so many different type of pills. Lastly I been prescribed Stilnox CR 12.5mg for the night. Which work pretty awesome. Which now I can sleep 7-8 hours of uninterrupted sleep and I can control my anxiety during work time. Probably I had enough sleep that why. Amazing pill!"

• Stephen...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 29, 2014

For Insomnia "This medication made me feel as though I could not breathe. I was up all night. I took it at 9 p.m. and went straight to bed. I began having the hot flush feeling and felt as I had pressure on my chest. I have been taking the 10 mg but wake up in 2-3 hours. This was a living nightmare taking the 12.5 CR. If you have any respiratory issues, do not take. "

• MDUFFIE
• February 27, 2008

For Insomnia "My husband was taking this and was eating late at night, getting on the computer, and doing other things and having no memory of it the day after. He felt drugged when he took it. I don't recommend it to anyone."

• Anonymous
• May 19, 2009

For Insomnia "This drug does work great for sleep. I have used it for several years actually and it never fails to put me to sleep. PLEASE BE WARNED! I did take some and had an accident,(no one was hurt thank Goodness) but I did receive a DUI for it even though I was just 0.002% (and yes I mean percent not mg) above the legal threshold for intoxication (no excuse, just saying courts don't go easy on you). I was not taking more than prescribed but I had it in my system when I rear ended someone. This was after taking it for years so I was very tolerant of it and I remember everything from it, it was a just a minor accident. Do not drive if you think there is any in your system. I am not saying be afraid of it, it really really works. Just be careful."

• Anonymous
• February 18, 2011

For Insomnia "So far I really like Zolpidem ER (generic form). I was having a lot of trouble falling asleep because my mind was always racing. My doctor prescribed 6.25mg at first and this did not really seem to help. He then suggested that I take two (to equal 12.5mg) and this did the trick. I try to make sure I'm done with dinner and any snacking by 7-8PM and I take this at 10PM, right as I"m getting into bed. This softly puts me to sleep within 20-30 minutes. I've read it should not disturb "sleep architecture". I gave an 8 because I still wake up about 3-4 am but I can fall back asleep."

• Soldi...
• May 7, 2008

For Insomnia "I have been taking Ambien CR for about 6 months now. I have had no side affects. I have not gotten up and got on the computer or driven to any place that I was not aware I was going. It helps me not to have nightmares. If you need something to help you sleep then take it. "

• Momma
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 31, 2018

For Insomnia "I stopped taking Ambien because I had built up a tolerance to it. I waited a year and tried it again in the CR version. It made me fall asleep but only allowed me to sleep for a few hours which is more than I was getting."

• Anonymous
• March 12, 2012

For Insomnia "I have taken Ambien (10mg) on several occasions for short periods of time and it worked just fine (knocked me out in 20min and gave me 5 to 6 hours of sleep). But, my doctor recently added Ambien CR to my nightly cocktail and it has not worked like the doctor or the website said it would. I have been taking it for a week. I expected it to knock me out and keep me asleep. I have done everything like I have been told to do and have been taking it before bed and all it has been doing is taking 3 to 4 hours to knock me out and makes me totally loopy in the morning. The effect is basically lengthened and delayed. I am hoping to switch back to original Ambien formula when I see the doctor next month!"

• Sleep...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 21, 2020

For Insomnia "Ambien CR felt like a sedative, not a sleeping pill. I tried Ambien CR last and and had a terrible night’s sleep. It was worse than taking nothing at all. It felt more like taking Xanax for me. I would have been better off with Benadryl."

• Mikis...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• March 18, 2016

For Insomnia "I have chronic insomnia from fibromyalgia and severe back pain. I've been taking the generic Zolpidem XR for years and it always seemed to work. For some reason, it stopped working for me about 3 months ago. I never had any side effect. No memory loss, sleepwalking or anything else and though always q restless sleeper causing me to wake every time I turn over, from the pain, I could always fall right back asleep and wake refreshed. Not sure what to take now since its lost its efficacy, but while it worked, it was fabulous. Trying Temazepam but it's like taking a placebo. No effect at all."

• Lulut...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 10, 2017

For Insomnia "Take ambien 12.5 MG at 10pm every night for insomnia past several years. In the past 3 weeks I wake up at 2pm; wide awake; unable to go back to sleep. I would switching to ambien 10 MG help me sleep through night. I have taken ambien 10 MG in the past and few times; I think I slept longer."

• Lisa
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 24, 2019

For Insomnia "I was given Zolpidem 5 mg for insomnia about a month ago. It helped me fall asleep, but I would wake up after three hours, which was my normal routine prior to taking this pill. The only benefit this dosage had was in helping me fall asleep again shortly after. After almost two weeks, I asked for an upgrade. My doctor put me on 12.5 mg of the ER version. Now I get five hours of consistent sleep. I've yet to take the higher dosage during the week since I don't always give myself an 8-hr window before waking up. I have noticed mild headaches after taking both versions. Will probably try something else once I finish both bottles."

• opioi...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 8, 2016

For Insomnia "I've tried many sleep aids. I'm currently taking a generic AMBIEN-CR 12.5mg. I had previously used both Brand name and generic versions of AMBIEN 10mg. I'm disappointed with AMBIEN & AMBIEN-CR. I've read horror stories of blackouts, falling into deep sleep within minutes of ingesting and even that the dose requirements have been reduced. Despite the alleged powerful effects of AMBIEN and AMBIEN-CR, I find it to be modestly effective for sleep. Regular, immediate-release AMBIEN 10mg would only help me sleep for /- 3 hours."

• Anonymous
• September 5, 2011

For Insomnia "Well I have been on Ambien CR 12.5 mg for close to 6 years now and absolutely love it. I think it is the best thing since sliced bread. I developed insomnia when I started doing shift work and tried everything under the sun starting with melatonin, Benadryl, Restoril and all the new ones that have come out since and although some were helpful with helping me fall asleep, they did not keep me asleep past the 3-4 hour mark..so the Ambient CR has been great for me."

• ruudii
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• September 30, 2023

For Insomnia "Been on Ambien CR (Par Pharma brand zolpidem ER) for years with good results. Recently had to switch to Breckenridge since Par is impossible to get. This brand is effective as far as getting me to sleep. However, it gives me headaches and strange mood swings, even nightmares that I never used to have before. I would not recommend Breckenridge. Does anyone know if Winthrop brand is available in 6.25mg? I've heard good things about that manufacturer brand."

• swdcguy
• December 4, 2008

For Insomnia "I was taking regular Ambien and was waking up after a few hours and not able to get back to sleep. I switched to Ambien CR and have been sleeping through the night. I have not experienced any side effects."

• Kyle...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• May 6, 2023

For Insomnia "Literally cures brain injury if you can get a decent brand that works for you. You will know what I'm talking about if you have TBI. It has an all-encompassing glow and I can sleep well at night, and when I get up my cognitive function is amazing. This is only on the CD edition the IR (I only got the generic version), and it only worked for like 3 hours !! But still this compound could save lives for real (:"

• stl
• March 31, 2010

For Insomnia "I just started using Ambien CR and like most of the people i was scared to take it because of all of these weird side effects that people experience but thank GOD it worked on me just fine. My doctor was gentle to me and she prescribed only 5mg and I must say it worked like a charm. I took it and half hour later (maybe even less) I was deep in sleep. I did sleep close to 5 hours and I must say I don't remember the last time I was feeling so refreshed and so rested. Other medicines I've tried put me asleep but when I would wake up I would feel so groggy. I'm finally happy to say that I found a medicine that works for me."

• Anonymous
• November 6, 2009

For Insomnia "I have taken Ambien CR on a nightly basis for nearly two years now and have found that it is truly helpful. I have found that after a year or so on a 6.25 mg dosage I had to go up to 12.5 mg in order to achieve the same result. Other than developing a tolerance to it however, I have found that Ambien CR is extremely effective. I am able to fall asleep easily and my sleep is a very peaceful one that leaves me feeling well rested in the morning."

• Anony...
• June 4, 2015

For Insomnia "I've experienced 12 years of chronic sleep and anxiety disorders. Zolpidem ( "Ambien") will not "knock you out" or reduce anxiety levels, instead it creates hypnotic effects that have caused me further issues with uncharacteristic night terrors and black outs. As per the warning label, do NOT try to drive / operate heavy machinery while using this medication."