Ambien Manufacturer Fires Back at Roseanne: ‘Racism Is Not a Known Side Effect’

MSN ^ | Jennifer Maas

[Fido969]

The makers of Ambien don't want users to be worried about becoming racist, just because Roseanne Barr used their product as an excuse for her tweet about Valerie Jarrett on Tuesday.

"People of all races, religions and nationalities work at Sanofi every day to improve the lives of people around the world," the company said in a statement to TheWrap Wednesday. While all pharmaceutical treatments have side effects, racism is not a known side effect of any Sanofi medication."

[Fido969]

This virtue-signaling makes me want to puke. Ambien DOES cause weird behavior, and they should shut-up rather than claim they're super sensitive about the matter.

Start telling your "weird Ambien" stories, and call these phonies out.

[AU72]

The piling-on has just started.

[fieldmarshaldj]

I think Roseanne should sue both Ambien AND Disney/ABC.

[dinodino]

Ambien Walrus was unavailable for comment.

[robroys woman]

The piling-on has just started.

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...at about the same time I was starting to move on.

My take: What she said was not racist, but it was a really dumb thing to say, and demonstrates why I don’t use Twitter. It’s just enough characters to get you in trouble.

OK, now I have moved on. This issue got its 15 minutes for me.

[IC Ken]

Re>Ambien DOES cause weird behavior

My sister took it. She woke up one morning to find during the night she cooked a 5 course dinner set the table for it.

[sevlex]

Target number one in the war on Big Pharma, now!

Shoulda kept quiet.

[KC_Lion]

HA!

That is rich coming from those Pill-Pushers.

Companies like that don't know half of what their products really do.

[PGR88]

You can judge a crony-capitalist by their willingness to get involved in politics.

[Living Free in NH]

Racism is not a known side-effect

Which race was insulted or offended?

[READINABLUESTATE]

What Are Some Side Effects of Ambien? Ambien (generic name: zolpidem tartrate) was designed to provide insomnia relief, without the side effects of barbiturate drugs. Ambien side effects, including:
 Rapid heartbeat Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea Loss of appetite Impaired vision Slow breathing rates Muscle cramps Allergic reactions Memory loss Inability to concentrate Disorientation Emotional blunting Depression and/or suicidal thoughts Anxiety Insomnia Nightmares Sedation Confusion Dizziness Aggression Addiction Withdrawal, which can be life-threatening

[Fido969]

These phonies know that people do stupid things on Ambien:

https://thoughtcatalog.com/eric-redding/2016/01/44-people-share-their-crazy-and-dangerous-ambien-horror-stories/

[rktman]

😹😹😹💉💊. Are they sure? Did they read the entire pamphlet? Seems they may need to add that to the list of possible side effects. Roseanne should sue them. 🍿🍻👹

[petitfour]

Do tell. What are the side effects?

Violence? Hallucinations? Suicidal actions? Blackouts?

I’ve known of a very mellow fellow taking Ambien who became quite crazy rather quickly. He quit taking it, and he returned to his nice, genial self.

[E. Pluribus Unum]

Roseanne is a martyr.

They result of her martyrdom will be felt in Novmeber.

I sincerely hope the Democrat/Media criminal complex keeps doubling down on their fascism.

[mad_as_he$$]

I once had to help restrain a female airline passenger that was on Ambien. She told everyone that would listen upon boarding that she hated flying and had taken her Ambien. About 30 minutes into the flight she went totally berserk and assaulted a flight attendant.

[Pollster1]

I looked up the side effects for Ambien. Pretty impressive!

https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/zolpidem-oral-route/side-effects/drg-20061195?p=1

Side Effects

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
Less common

Chest pain
confusion
confusion about identity, place, and time
discouragement
false or unusual sense of well-being
fast, irregular, pounding, or racing heartbeat or pulse
feeling sad or empty
fever
general feeling of discomfort or illness
irritability
lack of appetite
lightheadedness
loss of interest or pleasure
shakiness and unsteady walk
tiredness
trouble concentrating
trouble sleeping
unsteadiness, trembling, or other problems with muscle control or coordination
unusual tiredness or weakness

Less common or rare

Anxiety
bladder pain
bloody or cloudy urine
burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, “pins and needles”, or tingling feelings
chills
cold sweats
crying
decreased awareness or responsiveness
depersonalization
difficult, burning, or painful urination
dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up from lying or sitting position
dry mouth
dysphoria
euphoria
fainting
frequent urge to urinate
hyperventilation
irregular heartbeats
irritability
lower back or side pain
paranoia
quick to react or overreact emotionally
rapidly changing moods
restlessness
seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there
severe sleepiness
shakiness in the legs, arms, hands, or feet
shortness of breath
trembling or shaking of the hands or feet

Rare

Attack, assault, or force
black, tarry stools
change in walking and balance
clumsiness or unsteadiness
cough
delusions
dementia
difficulty swallowing
dizziness
hives, itching, or skin rash
lack of feeling or emotion
pale skin
puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
sore throat
sores, ulcers, or white spots on the lips or in the mouth
swollen glands
thoughts of killing oneself or changes in behavior
tightness in the chest
troubled breathing with exertion
uncaring
unusual bleeding or bruising

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
More common

Drowsiness
headache
muscle aches
sleepiness or unusual drowsiness
stuffy or runny nose

Less common

Abdominal or stomach discomfort
acid or sour stomach
back pain
being forgetful
belching
body aches or pain
congestion
diarrhea
difficulty having a bowel movement (stool)
difficulty with moving
double vision
feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings
heartburn
hoarseness
indigestion
longer or heavier menstrual periods
loss of memory
muscle pain or stiffness
nausea
pain or tenderness around the eyes and cheekbones
seeing double
sensation of spinning
tender, swollen glands in the neck
unusual drowsiness, dullness, tiredness, weakness, or feeling of sluggishness
voice changes

Less common or rare

Bad, unusual, or unpleasant (after) taste
breast pain
change in taste
changes in patterns and rhythms of speech
increased sweating
itching of the vagina or genital area
pain during sexual intercourse
paleness of the skin
slurred speech
thick, white vaginal discharge with no odor or with a mild odor
vomiting

Rare

Blemishes on the skin
blindness
blurred vision
change in near or distance vision
decreased interest in sexual intercourse
difficulty in focusing eyes
eye pain
feeling of warmth
frequent urge to defecate
inability to have or keep an erection
increased appetite
increased sensitivity of the skin to sunlight
lack or loss of strength
loss in sexual ability, desire, drive, or performance
pimples
redness of the face, neck, arms, and occasionally, upper chest
redness or other discoloration of the skin
severe sunburn
stomach upset
straining while passing stool
tearing
weight loss

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients.

[cherry]

but ambien is a legit defense for a kennedy or another Richie rich when they cause accidents....

[chris37]

[circlecity]

As the Romans (almost) used to say: “In Ambieno Veritas”