What is the closest drug to Ambien?
What is the closest drug to Ambien? Ambien, Lunesta, and Sonata are three non-benzodiazepine medications used to help with sleep. The medications are similar in how well they work and their side effects. All three medications have a generic form available.
Why won t doctors prescribe Ambien?
The side effects of Ambien, especially when used in the large doses that doctor shopping allows, are dangerous and may be life threatening. Because slowed breathing is an effect of Ambien, if it is taken in larger doses, it can slow breathing to the point of coma or death.