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What are the differences between ambien (zolpidem) and melatonin?

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Huge: Hi. The only thing Ambien (zolpidem) and melatonin have in common is aiding sleep. They are chemically unrelated and act at totally distinct receptors.

Dr Seibert agreed

Answered 12/1/2014

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