Zolpidem(Ambien generic)

Zolpidem is the official name for what we commonly call generic Ambien. It is used for adults who suffer from insomnia. The drug classification has it in a class of drugs referred to as sedative-hypnotics. It influences the brain to help create a calming effect that will help clients fall asleep faster so they can get a good night’s sleep. It is a short term medication that is usually only taken for a period of one or two weeks or less.

Ambien has a unique quality in that it is one of the few medications that is more effective when it is taken on an empty stomach. It works very quickly and should be taken just before getting ready to retire. It should not be taken unless you have at least 7 or 8 hours to dedicate to sleeping. If you do not have that much time to sleep and you have to get up before a full 7 or 8 hours you may suffer some memory loss.