Edluar and Effervescent Potassium

• Generic Name: zolpidem
• Dosage Forms: sublingual tablets
• Other Brand Names: Edluar, Ambien, Ambien CR, Intermezzo, ZolpiMist

Edluar (zolpidem) is a sedative, also called a hypnotic. Zolpidem affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with sleep problems (insomnia).

Edluar sublingual tablets (dissolve under the tongue) are used for the short treatment of insomnia where individuals are finding it difficult to fall asleep when they first go to bed.

Edluar is a class four (C-IV) federally controlled substance because it can be abused or lead to dependence. Keep this medicine in a safe place to prevent misuse and abuse.

• Generic Name: potassium bicarbonate
• Dosage Forms: tablet, effervescent
• Other Brand Names: Effervescent Potassium, K-Effervescent, K-vescent, K-vescent, K+Care ET, Klor-Con/EF, Effer-K, Quick-K

Potassium is a mineral that is found naturally in foods and is necessary for many normal functions of your body, especially the beating of your heart.

Effervescent Potassium is used to prevent or to treat a potassium deficiency (hypokalemia).

Effervescent Potassium may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.