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in Mexico a couple months ago and can't remember for the life of me what it is! It's round, in tablet form and very orange or peach in color. It is NOT coated or scored. ## I was trying to save money and bought my 'zolpidem for which I do have a valid script in Mexico. The pill looks very different. It is bright orange and is scored on oneside. No other markngs. Is this real?

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white round tablet with ZPL in a traingle shape on one side and the number 5 on the back. It is a sleep aid ## It's ZLP not ZPL; it's a 5mg Zolpidem (tradename Ambien). It's a sleep aid. It's prescription only because there are some contraindications (medical conditions or clashes with other medications you might be taking). ## The identification provided by Pete is correct, so thanks! Learn more Zolpidem details here. Zolpidem is used for the short-term treatment of insomnia, but there are other reasons that it is available by prescription only. It can cause next day grogginess in some people that can hit unexpectedly and affect their ability to drive or work. Along with that, it has caused odd behavior, while sleeping in some people, which has the potential to be dange...

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peach long oval shape 10 mg on one side a square on the other side ## If this pill has a dice on the otherside and 5 dots in the dice it's, Zolpidem basically ambiem CR ## oval peach pill with a 5 dice on one side and 10 mg on the other side . ## Yes, the tablets with the logo that looks like a die on one side and a 5mg or 10mg on the opposite are Zolpidem tablets, a generic for Ambien. The appropriate dosage is what's listed on the tablet. Learn more Zolpidem details here. This medication may cause side effects, such as dizziness, nausea, sedation and next day hangover-like effects. Are there any other questions or comments?

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Capital letter E on one side of white oblong pill ## This tablet is listed as containing 10mgs of Zolpidem, the active ingredient in Ambien, it is used for the short-term treatment of insomnia. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, drowsiness and next day grogginess/hangover like effects. Is there anything I can help with? You can learn more Zolpidem details here.

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small white oval tab ## what are the side effects of this sleeping pill (semi-nax/zolpidem hemitartrate)? it is true that if i always take this pill there is a tendency that i cant get pregnant? it is safe to take 1tab or 1/2 tab daily? ## if anyone eat zolp 10 to 0 1time then whts there side effect?? ## I bought Hemitartrate Zolpidem 10mg in Mexico. They are white, round pills about the size of a pencil eraser and have an X on one side. Just want to check their authenticity before taking. Thank you ## I do believe this is an important one to cover for other visitors. Zolpidem is a non-bezodiazepine hypnotic that's most commonly used for the short-term treatment of insomnia. However, no it will not prevent pregnancy! I know there are medications that say they shouldn't be taken ...

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'Used Zolpidem 10 mg, a white oval shaped pill.Moved to a different state and now is not available. A round gray pill does not work as well although same ingredient does not work as well ## @Chuck, When you switch brand names or manufacturers the drug itself doesn't change, but rather the binders or fillers that they put with it. Certain "inactive" ingredients which may or may not be present in each brand, are actually detrimental to how the drug is metabolized and used by your body. So it is possible that you may respond favorably with one medication and not the other (even if they are the same active ingredient). This can be attributed mostly to how these binders/fillers make you feel or whatever side effects they might carry. I hope this info helps! Have you tried ask...

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what would these pills do when mixed ## From what I could gather, there is a "moderate" interaction between Zolpidem & Gabapentin. Quoted below are the precautions you should be aware of when mixing these two drugs: "Using zolpidem together with gabapentin may increase side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating. Some people may also experience some impairment in thinking and judgment. You should avoid or limit the use of alcohol while being treated with these medications. Avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how the medications affect you. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor." ...

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W715 was given to me as zolpiedm white oblong pill does not look like the original pill i use to get ## The white oblong pill in description marked W715 is in fact identified as Zolpidem tartrate (10 mg). Manufacturer: Wockhardt USA National Drug Code (NDC): 64679-0715 A lot of the time, pharmacies can change brands/manufacturers on you without prior notice. It's not ethical at all in my opinion; mostly because people usually respond differently to different brands (due to a change in binders/fillers and even as much as a 20% difference in the actual active ingredient itself). Learn More: Zolpidem Details I hope this info helps!

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I need to take one and I found one that is out of date by 6 weeks, is it ok to take it? ## Hi Shivvy, From what I could gather, Zolpidem is said to have a shelf-life of 2 years as long as it has been properly stored. So depending on when you got it, I think it should be fine to take. Other information I found from a Harvard Medical School family health article, states that, except in rare cases (i.e. tetracycline), there is little chance of danger due to taking medications even up to 15 years beyond their expiration date. More details on that study can be found here: health.harvard.edu/fhg/updates/update1103a.shtml I hope this info helps!

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What is this pill? small white round with 54 on top of 553. not scored and nothing on the back. ## Hi bee, The white round pill in description is identified as Zolpidem tartrate (10 mg). Manufacturer: Roxane Laboratories, Inc. National Drug Code (NDC): 00054-0087 Zolpidem is a prescription medication used for the short-term treatment of insomnia, as well as some brain disorders. Learn More: Zolpidem Details If you have any more questions or concerns, please post back and I will be happy to help you. ## Thank you so much. I really appreciate the trouble you went to to help me.

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I'm using Zolpidem at night times for about 4 months now. I'm getting a skin reaction. Red and puffed when there is pressure against my skin - like arms, feet and the top of my hands. Can it be a side effect of the Zolpidem? ## Are you experiencing this all the time, or just after taking it? Learn more Zolpidem details here. Have you been in the sun a lot recently? ## I have it all the time, not only after I've been taking it. When there is a little pressure (like my arm on a armrest) it apears. Very itchy. I have been in the sun lately (not too much) - working in the garden. I use sunscreen, but the reaction is more likely to appear after pressure on the skin. Sit on my knees - its on the top of my feet where it touch the ground. thanks

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I found a round peach colored pill. It iss marked A1 or if you flip it over it could be v1 the marking is kinda worn Im pretty sure that is a1.Have not been able to find any info on what this pill is. There afre no markings the back side. Thank you . ## Hi Joe, The round pill in description marked "A1" is identified as Zolpidem tartrate (12.5 mg); Manufactured by Actavis Elizabeth LLC. Zolpidem is a prescription medication used for the short-term treatment of insomnia, as well as some brain disorders. Learn More: Zolpidem Details If you have any more questions or concerns, please post back and I will be happy to help you.

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can someone please help me i have a small white round pill with 10 on one side and apo on the other ## The pill in description is identified as Zolpidem tartrate (10 mg). NOTE: This pill is said to be oval shaped as opposed to round. Manufacturer: Apotex Corp. National Drug Code (NDC): 60505-2605 Zolpidem is a prescription medication used for the short-term treatment of insomnia, as well as some brain disorders. Learn More: Zolpidem Details If you have any more questions or concerns, please post back and I will be happy to help you. ## This is kind of difficult, because they use APO 10 on several of their pills and the only way to try and tell them apart is by shape and color. From what I've found, the round, white one with APO on one side and 10 on the other is listed as being 10mg...

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thin oblong deep red pill with 5mg on one side and five dots on the other side please show image of this pill ## Hi yoyo, I cannot post a picture due to copyright reasons, however, if you were run a search on Google images for "red Zolpidem 5mg" you should be able to view a photo of the pill in question. I just did a search and saw two photos of it exactly as you described. I hope this helps! :)

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white oblong pill imprent 3 one side 79other side whatis this pill show pictures ## Hi Patricia, The white oblong pill in description is identified as Zolpidem tartrate (10 mg), which is used for the short-term treatment of insomnia, as well as some brain disorders. Manufacturer: Aurobindo Pharma National Drug Code (NDC): 65862-0160 NOTE: You can view a photo of the pill by simply running a search on google images for "Zolpidem 3 79" Learn More: Zolpidem Details If you have any more questions or concerns, please post back and I will be happy to help you.

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For those of you who wish to get the "E 79" form of Zolpidem 10mg tablets, good news: Walmart Pharmacies stock them at a low price. I have been using these on occasion for two years, and they are indeed a high quality generic form of genuing Ambien (which will cost you $225.00 for 30 pills). ## The tablets with the E 79 marking are manufactured by Aurobindo Pharma. However, not all Wal-Mart pharmacies may carry them, it may vary in different areas of the country, so those looking for them should check with their pharmacist first. Learn more Zolpidem details here. Thank you for the post, Taurus. Can you post back with your general area, so people there that are looking for them know they can find them? ## Yes I can: I live in the South Florida area. Most proabably every Walmart o...

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i don`t know why'but my pham. replaced my round white pill,with a orange oblong pill that seems like half the strength .ZOLPIDEM TARTRATE 10mg. what is the deal. is it just cheaper. chould i change pharmacy and get the old brand. i asked ,and she said it was TEVA this was -almost 2yrs. ago .i NEED TO SLEEP!!!!! ## Hi Brian, After doing some research on this, I found that most of the oblong/capsule-shaped Zolpidem tablets are only 5mg doses (the round white pill being a 10mg dose). Do you know what the markings are on the orange oblong pill? If so, I may be able to look up the dose and inactive ingredients of it. Generally when you switch brand names or manufacturers the drug itself doesn't change, but rather the binders or fillers that they put with it. Certain "inactive"...

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small round pink pill with 93 on one side and 73 on the other ## Hello, The round pink pill in description is identified as Zolpidem tartrate (5 mg); manufactured by Teva Pharmaceuticals USA. Zolpidem is a prescription medication used for the short-term treatment of insomnia, as well as some brain disorders. Learn More: Zolpidem Details I hope this helps!

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Can a Zolpidem 10 Mg round tablet be split and administered safely? ## Can A Zolpidem 10 Mg Tab (93/74) Be Split? ## Yes, it is safe to split any tablet, unless you are specifically told not to by your doctor or pharmacist, or if it is a time released medication. Zolpidem, the generic for Ambien is used for the short-term treatment of insomnia. read more: Are there any other questions? ## I do believe that you are only supposed to split a pill is it has a score on it, otherwise it is considered to be time released.

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I recently travelled to an Asian country and took Noxidem Zolpidem tartrate 10mg together with Lethyl 30mg to help me to sleep in order to shake off the jet lag asap. I thought it would assist to get me quickly into a new sleeping pattern as I had to work from day of arrival. However the government required medical checkup picked up heroin. I have never taken any form of drugs other than prescriptive medication. Question 1: Is heroin a ingredient in either of these medications? Question 2: How long will it take to clear from my blood as I am due for a follow up blood test in a week? ## Nope, there's no Heroin in either. Lethyl is a barbiturate and zolpidem is a benzodiazepine-like compund. There's not any kind of opiates there at all. ## Otto, thanks for the reply. The culprit t...

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