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Jesiah Caleb
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Ambien CR 12.5 mg is a prescription Medication that contains the active ingredient Zolpidem. It is primarily Used to Treat insomnia, a sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. Ambien CR stands for “Controlled Release”, Which Means that the medication is formulated to release the active ingredient gradually over time. This allows for a more sustained effect through the night, helping individuals stay asleep for a longer duration. It is primarily used in people who have trouble falling asleep and staying asleep through the night. When prescribing Ambien or Ambien CR 12.5 mg, healthcare providers will use the lowest possible dose so that people can function in the morning. The higher recommended doses will increase next-day impairment.

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