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What is the difference between xanax (alprazolam) and ambien?

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Class of drug: Xanax or Alprazolam is a benzodiazepine that affects your GABA receptors targeting anxiety. It has a risk of addiction. Ambien or zolpidem is a non-benzodiazepine hypnotic that is indicated for sleep. The risk of addiction is present, but much smaller than xanax/alprazolam.

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Answered 8/16/2019

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