Ambien belongs to the category of sedative sleeping pills. It is primarily used to treat insomnia, a general sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or poor quality sleep.
Ambien is effective for different types of insomnia, including difficulty falling asleep (difficulty falling asleep), difficulty staying asleep (insomnia to maintain sleep), and early morning awakenings.
Ambien works by binding to a specific neurotransmitter receptor in the brain called the gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) receptor. It increases the effect of GABA, a neurotransmitter that inhibits brain activity. Increased inhibition helps you sleep and promotes relaxation.