Ambien — Nutrient Depletion & Health Patterns
Also known as: Zolpidem
Drug Class: Sleep medication
Non-benzodiazepine hypnotic for short-term insomnia treatment.
Nutrients That Ambien May Deplete
Long-term use of Ambien is associated with lower levels of the following nutrients based on peer-reviewed clinical research. WePattern surfaces these patterns from its clinical Knowledge Graph.
- Magnesium
- Vitamin D
- Vitamin B6
Common Side Effects of Ambien
- Next-day drowsiness
- Memory problems
- Sleep behaviors
- Dependency
Key Drug Interactions — Ambien
Ambien has 3 documented drug-drug interactions in WePattern's Pattern Health Intelligence database. Key interactions include:
- Alcohol
- CNS depressants
- Antifungals
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Ambien deplete nutrients?
Yes. Ambien has been associated with depletion of Magnesium, Vitamin D, Vitamin B6 based on clinical research. WePattern maps these relationships from peer-reviewed sources.
What nutrients does Ambien deplete?
Ambien is associated with lower levels of: Magnesium, Vitamin D, Vitamin B6. These depletions can develop over weeks to months of regular use.
What are the side effects of Ambien?
Common side effects associated with Ambien include: Next-day drowsiness; Memory problems; Sleep behaviors; Dependency.
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