Ambien Zolpidem

[Ronnny]

Is Ambien categorized or considered as benzodiazepine? Some say it is and some say it is similar to. Can someone clarify this.

Does Ambien interact with TRT, interfere with testosterone/anastrozole while I am on TRT? I feel really groggy, sluggish next day when I am on Ambien.

 

[Vince]

Ambien is a non-benzodiazepine sedative-hypnotic drug.

 

[Vince]

Is Ambien a Benzodiazepine? - Answers

No. The most common categorization I have seen is as a "Hypnotic Sleep Aid," or simply a "Hypnotic." It doesn't fall under Benzodiazepines, Barbiturates, opiates, or any other one of the standard drug categories. It's actually a non-benzodiazepine. Even though the above is technically correct...

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[Ronnny]

It is strange. It says: Although not a benzodiazepine medication, proper, Ambien will sometimes produce a benzo positive drug screen.

 

[Dr.V.P.C.]

Z drugs are kind new, no one know consequences of long term use.
Don't have interference with TRT. Keep doses low to avoid next day sluggish. (10mg is too much to start) try 5mg with melatonin and magnesium glycinate.

 

[TorontoTRT]

Z drugs are extremely addictive and withdrawal is crazy like on benzos.

 

[Jay_Tex]

It's technically not a benzo. It's been over +20 years since I tried it, but I didn't like it. Not only was sleep quality mediocre, but I had disturbing memory problems. I'd COMPLETELY forget things that occurred hours BEFORE taking it. It's creepy to see notes written in your own hand writing that you have no memory of writing. I know of many stories of others who have accidentaly done stupid and destructive things after taking the drug. In my opinion, Lunesta is a much safer drug which gives better sleep than Ambien. For the best quality sleep, Gabapentin has been the absolute best for me. I feel much better both physically and mentally. If I recall correctly, there is no lethal dose for Gabapentin because they couldn't kill the rats with it no matter how much they gave them. I only take it occasionally now because I've had withdrawal problems after being on it a while. Just because it's "safe" doesn't mean that it can't be very unpleasant. I understand that most people don't have serious issues with withdrawal, though.