Signs of Other Sedative-Hypnotic Addiction (Ambien)

Signs of Other Sedative-Hypnotic Addiction (Ambien)

Sleeping pills like Ambien can be incredibly addictive for people who suffer from insomnia.

  • Drowsiness During the Day – People who chronically abuse sleeping medications may have lingering drowsiness during the day that they may try to rectify with caffeine, Adderall, or other stimulants.
  • Sleep-Activity – A rare but possible side effect of using Ambien is sleep-eating, which could include meal preparation.  Some individuals have reported engaging in other behaviors including sleep driving.
  • Impaired Coordination – Because people who abuse or are addicted to sedative hypnotics may remain partially asleep, their coordination may be compromised.
  • Amnesia – Ambien in particular can cause people to have periods of blackouts; they will be unable to recall the exact circumstances of an event when questioned later.

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