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Over the counter sleep aid user who switched to Ambien CR

The Good-Humored Man is Back.

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"I always thought I was a funny person, but when my sleeping problem got in the way, I wasn't myself anymore. I thought over-the-counter sleep aids would do the trick, but they only made me feel groggy the next day and didn't always keep me asleep. Then my healthcare professional recommended AMBIEN CR. Now I stay asleep*, and can concentrate on the day ahead. I am back to my old self again. Heck, even Frank's jokes are funny now."

"-Brian, 39*"

* Proven effective for up to 7 hours in clinical studies.

* Not an Actual Patient. Individual Results May Vary.


Tired of Being Tired?

So you've come to the realization that you have trouble sleeping and you're doing something about it. Sure, over-the-counter (OTC) sleep aids can seem like a quick fix – but did you know that the more often you take them, the less effective they become? If you can't sleep through the night or are waking feeling tired and unable to concentrate during the day, maybe it's time to learn more about the AMBIEN CR difference.

3.5 million people have talked to their healthcare professionals about their trouble sleeping, and are taking non-narcotic AMBIEN CR. AMBIEN CR is safe and effective for treating insomnia, with a low risk of dependency, when used as directed. And only AMBIEN CR has two layers so you can fall asleep and stay asleep. In fact, in clinical studies AMBIEN CR was proven effective for up to 7 hours. It's also non-narcotic and can be taken for as long as your healthcare professional recommends. And unlike AMBIEN CR, some OTC treatments contain extra medicines, like pain relievers and antihistamines, neither of which were originally intended for sleep. These can have undesirable side effects, which may include leaving you feeling groggy the next day, and can even be deadly at high doses. Most OTC sleep aids are also only intended for short-term use.


Enjoy CR Savings

If you're considering prescription AMBIEN CR, but the cost is standing in your way, you'll be pleased to learn about CR Offers. With CR Offers, you may be eligible to receive a 4-night free trial‡ and savings of up to $100† on your next five AMBIEN CR refills. So, talk to your healthcare professional about AMBIEN CR. It may just be that extra step you need to take towards achieving more productive days.**

** Among working population.


Questions to ask Your Healthcare Professional

Sure, having the odd sleepless night can be common, but if you're having persistent trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up unrefreshed, you should talk to your healthcare professional. Over-the-counter sleep aids may only help you fall asleep and may leave you feeling groggy the next day. And when your workday is affected by your night, AMBIEN CR can help you sleep better so you can get back on track. So talk to your healthcare professional today.
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† Maximum benefit is $240 off, up to $20 off each prescription (up to 12 prescriptions), depending on your out-of-pocket costs. Not valid for patients participating in Medicare, Medicaid, government (public insurance) programs, or any private payor in the state of Massachusetts and where prohibited by law.
‡ See terms and conditions on offer material.

AMBIEN CR is indicated to help you fall asleep and/or stay asleep.

AMBIEN is indicated for short-term treatment to help you fall asleep.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

AMBIEN and AMBIEN CR are treatment options you and your doctor can consider along with lifestyle changes. When taking either of them, don’t drive or operate machinery. Plan to devote 7 to 8 hours to sleep before being active. Sleepwalking, and eating or driving while not fully awake, with memory loss for the event, as well as abnormal behaviors such as being more outgoing or aggressive than normal, confusion, agitation, and hallucinations may occur. Don’t take it with alcohol as it may increase these behaviors. In patients with depression, worsening of depression, including risk of suicide may occur. If you experience any of these behaviors contact your doctor immediately. Allergic reactions such as shortness of breath, swelling of your tongue or throat, may occur and in rare cases may be fatal. If you have an allergic reaction while using AMBIEN or AMBIEN CR, contact your doctor immediately. Side effects of AMBIEN CR may include next-day drowsiness, dizziness and headache. There is a low occurrence of side effects associated with the short-term use of AMBIEN. The most commonly observed side effects in controlled clinical trials were drowsiness, dizziness, and diarrhea. AMBIEN is taken for 7 to 10 days –or longer as advised by your provider. AMBIEN CR can be taken as long as your doctor recommends. AMBIEN and AMBIEN CR have some risk of dependency. They are non-narcotic.

Please refer to the AMBIEN CR full prescribing information and medication guide.
Please refer to the AMBIEN full prescribing information and medication guide.

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