Alternatives to zolpidem
2 same-class SPL records vs zolpidem - uses, FAERS reaction fields, and OTC/Rx flags from public FDA sources.
Brand: Ambien
How to read a high-report FAERS peer set
zolpidem ranks in the upper FAERS-volume third of the corpus (#53 of 524); 2 same-class peers are listed for field comparison only. Labeled indication field for zolpidem: Zolpidem is used to treat insomnia when you have trouble falling asleep.
Top FAERS reaction fields for zolpidem total 62,577 reports across 10 reactions, set beside eszopiclone, zaleplon. Counts are exposure-weighted submissions, not per-patient risk.
About zolpidem
Zolpidem (Ambien) is a medication that helps you fall asleep faster. It is for short-term use only.
Used for: Zolpidem is used to treat insomnia when you have trouble falling asleep. It can help you fall asleep faster. Studies have shown it can decrease the time it takes to fall asleep for up to 35 days.
2 Non-Benzodiazepine Hypnotic (Z-Drug) peers (wide set)
eszopiclone
RxLunesta
Eszopiclone is used to treat insomnia, which means you have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep. It can help you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer. Studies have shown it works for up to 6 months.
zaleplon
RxSonata
Zaleplon is used to treat insomnia, which means you have trouble falling asleep. It can help you fall asleep faster for up to 30 days. However, it does not increase the total time you sleep or decrease the number of times you wake up during the night.
zolpidem vs eszopiclone & zaleplon · FAERS reaction fields
FAERS top-reaction field "Nausea" shows the widest count spread between zolpidem and eszopiclone, zaleplon in this extract (7,002-report gap on that field). Counts are exposure-weighted submissions, not prevalence rates.
| Side Effect | zolpidem | eszopiclone | zaleplon |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nausea | 8,384 | 1,382 | 111 |
| Fatigue | 8,143 | 1,185 | 69 |
| Pain | 6,377 | 808 | 72 |
| Insomnia | 6,249 | 3,888 | 80 |
| Headache | 6,222 | 1,168 | 79 |
| Diarrhoea | 5,861 | 745 | 57 |
| Fall | 5,524 | 653 | 77 |
| Anxiety | 5,428 | 853 | 76 |
"-" means no reports for that reaction. Report counts reflect total FAERS submissions, not prevalence rates.
zolpidem FAERS volume vs class peers
FAERS volume band
zolpidem is FAERS corpus rank #53 of 524 (high volume tercile). Top-reaction field total: 62,577.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does zolpidem sit in FAERS report volume vs Non-Benzodiazepine Hypnotic (Z-Drug) peers? ▼
Registry note: FAERS counts are voluntary reports and do not establish causation or risk rates. This information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Do not stop or change your medication without talking to your doctor or pharmacist.
Field note for zolpidem: see also the generic vs brand label guide when reading Ambien SPL strings.
Read our methodology - how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.