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maryheken1234
maryheken1234

I’m taking 5mg of ambien to help me sleep. I’m having terrible ringing in my ears. Has anyone else experienced this as a side effect from ambien???

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  • mark96052
    mark96052 maryheken1234

    Posted

    Hi Mary,

    No i have not on Ambien but i have when i was on Anti Depressants for a while. It will pass probably. It could also be anxiety related.

    • maryheken1234
      maryheken1234 mark96052

      Posted

      Thank you for your response. I am on fluexatine also for anxiety.  I’m hoping it will pass! 
    • harriet67221
      harriet67221 maryheken1234

      Posted

      Hi It could be an adverse reaction or as a result of interaction of the drugs. In any event I would advise telling your dr . I think that way the dr can advise you how to get off the drug(s) that may be causing this unpleasant sign and symptom. The dr may wish to examine your ears to see if there is any build up of wax or infection as well. I would definitely consult your dr about this.

       

  • tootsie58
    tootsie58 maryheken1234

    Posted

    Unfortunately it is to do with taking benzos and I have it and the more you stress about it the worse it gets.

    I have to sleep with my radio on to distract me .

  • annie1963
    annie1963 maryheken1234

    Posted

    I have had the ringing for a long time, using Benzos.  I have read that it can definitely be a side effect.  I am off benzos now for 10 days and the ringing goes on.  But it isn't as bad as it was. Have you read about Ambien or benzos side effects and w/d with prolonged use?  BenzoBuddies gave me lots of information. 

    • harriet67221
      harriet67221 annie1963

      Posted

      Scary in my opinion. Glad your tinnitus is lessening though.

      Have you read the warning from the FDA about IMMODIUM ?

      Take care

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