Zolpidem is a prescription medication that comes in the form of an oral tablet and an oral spray. There are three types of oral tablet: immediate-release, extended-release, and sublingual. | Zaleplon, commonly used for insomnia, is a sedative/hypnotic. It is known as a hypnotic nonbenzodiazepine. |
Zolpidem is used in adults to treat a certain problem with sleep (insomnia). It makes you fall asleep quicker if you have trouble falling asleep, so you can get better rest at the night. | Zaleplon is used for treating insomnia on a short-term basis (difficulty falling asleep). Zaleplon does not help you remain asleep for longer or decrease the number of times you wake up during the night. |
Some of the common side effects of Zolpidem are:
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Some of the common side effects of Zaleplon are:
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