Intermezzo and Methylene blue Oral, Intravenous

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

Intermezzo (zolpidem) is a sedative, also called a hypnotic. It affects chemicals in your brain that may become unbalanced and cause sleep problems (insomnia).

Intermezzo sublingual tablets are used to treat insomnia characterized by middle-of-the-night waking followed by difficulty returning to sleep.

Intermezzo should only be used when a person has at least four hours of bedtime remaining. It should not be taken if alcohol has been consumed or with any other sleep aid.

Intermezzo is a class four 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: methylene blue
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: ProvayBlue, Urolene Blue

Methylene blue injection is used to treat a condition called methemoglobinemia. This condition occurs when the blood cannot deliver oxygen where it is needed in the body.

Methylene blue is to be given only by or under the supervision of a doctor.