Ambien Oral and Olaparib

• Generic Name: zolpidem
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated
• Other Brand Names: Ambien, Ambien CR, Edluar, Intermezzo, ZolpiMist

Zolpidem is used to treat insomnia (trouble sleeping). It belongs to the group of medicines called central nervous system (CNS) depressants, which slows down the nervous system. Zolpidem will help you get to sleep faster and sleep through the night. In most cases, sleep medicines should only be used for short periods of time, such as 1 or 2 days, and for no longer than 1 or 2 weeks.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: olaparib
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Lynparza

Olaparib is used to treat advanced ovarian cancer, fallopian tube cancer, or peritoneal cancer in women with a certain abnormal inherited gene.

Olaparib is sometimes given when cancer has come back after treatment with other medications.

Olaparib is also used to treat HER2-negative breast cancer that has spread to other parts of the body before or after prior chemotherapy or hormonal treatment.

Olaparib may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.