The drug Ambien may have a rare side effect of causing constipation in patients after consumption. It occur due to different factors like insufficient fiber in the diet, disturbed sleep pattern, dehydration, lifestyle and others.
Ambien is a benzodiazepine drug which helps to treat individuals who are facing a lack of sleep and staying asleep. It is a sedative-hypnotic medicine, help in treating insomnia.
The Ambien can be obtained from a certified doctor with a valid prescription. The Food and Drug Administration had approved this medicine in the U.S for persons feeling discomfort while sleeping and not able to fall asleep faster. Ambien and Ambien CR are two medications which are available as branded versions of this drug.
Some Essential details of Ambian
According to few studies, the drug’s particular function is not known for causing constipation in individuals. It is observed that it promotes soothing effects in certain receptors of the brain which helps to regulate sleep cycle.
The sedative properties of this medicine affects the muscles in the digestive system and helps it to relax, and slow down the circulation of waste and food through the intestine that lead to constipation.
Formulations:
Your physician may prescribe you different types of dosage forms after monitoring the condition.
- Immediate-release tablet: 5 mg, 6.25 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 12.5mg
- Extended-release tablet: 6.25 mg and 12.5 mg.
- Oral spray: 5 mg
- Sublingual tablet: 1.75 mg, 3.5 mg and 5 mg.
Medication Effectiveness:
The efficacy of this medicine may vary. But, usually it starts working within 30 minutes to one hour and reaches its peak effect in 1-2.5 hours, and lasts in the body from 7 to 8 hours.
Response to Treatment:
The patient observes that the effect of constipation is an extremely infrequent side effect of Ambien after consuming. In order to avoid this, It is advised to use the medication as directed by the physician and before consuming it be aware of potential side effects.