Zolpidem is the prescribed brand name of Ambien. This is used extensively in treating Insomnia. This Ambien are sleeping pills that are classified under hypnotic or sedatives. Studies prove that an imbalance of chemicals in brain cause insomnia. Ambien has a relaxing effect on patients helping in his sleep. Those patients, who suffer from acute sleep disorders or interrupted sleep at night, are only advised to take this drug. This is normally given to patients for a short duration of seven to ten days. Using these medicines on a regular basis may have an undesirable result and therefore, physician’s guidance is an utmost necessity. While using an Ambien, the patient should keep in mind several factors. Firstly, it should be taken as per the doctor’s prescription. Next, while having the Ambien, it should be taken with a glass full, of water. Since the action of the drug is very fast, it is not recommended to take the drug long before going to bed. Ambien makes the patient drowsy soon after he takes the medicine and there is chance that one might get hurt from falling down.