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Ambien is a brand name for the medication Zolpidem, primarily prescribed to treat insomnia and sleep disorders. It belongs to a class of drugs called sedative-hypnotics and works by affecting chemicals in the brain to induce a calming and sleep-inducing effect. It should only be used for short periods to prevent dependency or withdrawal symptoms.