Sucroferric oxyhydroxide and Zolpidem Oral, Oromucosal

• Generic Name: sucroferric oxyhydroxide
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Velphoro

Sucroferric oxyhydroxide is a phosphate binder that helps prevent hypocalcemia (low levels of calcium in the blood) caused by elevated phosphorus.

Sucroferric oxyhydroxide is used to control phosphorus levels in people with chronic kidney disease who are on dialysis.

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

• Generic Name: zolpidem
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Ambien, Ambien CR, Edluar, Intermezzo, ZolpiMist

Zolpidem is used to treat insomnia (sleeping problems). It belongs to the group of medicines called central nervous system (CNS) depressants. These medicines will slow 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.

Zolpidem is available only with your doctor's prescription.