Category: Sedative Addiction

Sedatives, also known as sedative hypnotics or tranquilizers, work by producing effects such as reduced anxiety or sleepiness. Physical dependence and eventually addiction to sedatives can occur when these medications are taken for long periods of time, or in higher quantities than prescribed. Non Benzodiazepine Sedatives Non benzodiazepine sedatives are the most common medication prescribed to treat sleep problems–most commonly chronic insomnia. Nonbenzodiazepines interact with benzodiazepine-like receptors, but are structurally different from benzodiazepines. They bond to Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid (GABA) receptors which leads to slowing down brain activity, inducing relaxation, euphoria and promoting sleep. However, Non Benzodiazepine Sedatives have a high potential…

What is Zolpidem? Zolpidem is a non-benzodiazepine “z-drug”, also called a sedative-hypnotic, that has the same medical effectiveness as benzodiazepines with less dangerous addiction risk. Common immediate-release forms for zolpidem include Ambien, Edluar, Zolpimist, Intermezzo. What is Zolpidem (Ambien) prescribed for? Doctors commonly prescribe Zolpidem to treat insomnia and other sleep problems in the short-term. Zolpidem-based medication like Ambien bind to neuroreceptors that slow brain activity, inducing sleep and relaxation. Ambien is marketed as a safer, less habit-forming alternative to benzos for people with acute insomnia. It has fewer side effects than regular benzodiazepines and interferes less with the sleep…