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Are valium and ambien (zolpidem) similar?
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not really: Valium (diazepam) is a benzodiazepine tranquilizer. Although it helps with sleep, it is mainly for anxiety and muscle relaxation, and can be taken during the day if prescribed that way. Ambien (zolpidem) is chemically different, only used for sleep, never during the day, and is not a tranquilizer (anxiety reducer). Valium is also habit-forming, Ambien less so (but can be too).
Answered 8/16/2019
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Valium/Ambien: Valium is an anxiolytic & muscle relaxant, Ambien (zolpidem) is a sleep aid.
Answered 3/13/2016
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