Ambien alternative? FDA approves insomnia drug that improves sleep in seniors
By
Alicia Lasek
Jan 01, 2020
New insomnia medication lemborexant compared favorably to an extended release form of Ambien in a late-stage clinical trial.
FDA wants lower doses for sleeping aids
By
Elizabeth Newman
Feb 01, 2013
The Food and Drug Administration is requiring manufacturers of certain sleeping pills, including the widely prescribed Ambien, to reduce current recommended dosages.
Becoming wide awake about the dangers of sleeping pills
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jan 15, 2013
There are some people who are able to fall asleep as their head is hitting the pillow. Then there are the rest of us. And if you don’t think you know any of us, you’re probably wrong.
FDA orders recommended dosages of sleeping pills to be halved
Jan 14, 2013
The Food and Drug Administration is requiring manufacturers of certain sleeping pills, including the widely prescribed Ambien, to reduce current recommended dosages.