Zolpidem

Zolpidem is a nonbenzodiazepine medication used for short-term treatment of sleeping problems, primarily insomnia. It acts as a sedative and hypnotic by increasing GABA effects in the central nervous system. Common side effects include daytime sleepiness, headache, nausea, and diarrhea, while more severe side effects include memory problems and hallucinations. It is available in various forms, including conventional tablets, sublingual tablets, and oral spray, and has a half-life of two to three hours. Zolpidem was approved for medical use in the United States in 1992 and is a schedule IV controlled substance under the CSA. It is recommended to be used only after cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia and behavioral changes have been tried, due to its potential for dependence and impairment of driving skills.learn more on wikipedia