Posted by Mishal on September 17, 2007, at 23:51:05
In reply to Zolpidem vs. Benzodiazepines, posted by twinch42085 on September 17, 2007, at 12:00:59
Ambien (zolpidem) is a dirty med. It can aggravate depression and it should not necessarily retain its efficacy after continued use. I used to take it as an alternate to Xanax, but I know both are not the same at any rate.Zolpidem doesn't cause withdrawal seizures. This is the only advantage it has over benzos. But it is a dangerous medication as it can cause total amnesia and somnabulism in certain individuals.
Not to scare you. YMMV
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