Ambien is the brand name for a prescription medication known as zolpidem. It belongs to a class of drugs known as sedative-hypnotics and is used to treat insomnia on a short-term basis.[1] While Ambien can improve the symptoms of insomnia, long-term use can lead to dependence and addiction.  Ambien can…

Pain is an unfortunate and sometimes unavoidable part of every person's life. People may experience pain after surgery or other medical procedures, due to a chronic medical condition, after an injury, or as a symptom of a temporary ailment. While pain is an unavoidable part of life, there are many…