What is Ambien?
Ambien is one of over 20 brand or trade names for a prescription medication known as Zolpidem (generic name) which is used to treat sleeping disorders and some brain disorders. It is a fast-acting, non-benzodiazepine hypnotic that usually takes effect within 15-20 minutes. Although it has not been adequately demonstrated to be effective for maintaining sleep, its hypnotic effects are similar to those experienced with other benzodiazepine medications. However, it is very distinct from other benzodiazepine drugs based on its molecular composition.
Is Ambien addictive?
Ambien is not only highly habit forming, it is oftentimes over-prescribed by physicians. It is such an easy or quick fix for insomnia, that examinations or studies to reveal underlying problems with the individual (e.g. bi-polar disorder, depression, etc.) may never be conducted because of its immediate effectiveness. When an individual overuses the drug and then is taken off the medication, they may eventually start suffering with rebound insomnia. Remember that Ambien is prescribed for getting to sleep, not staying asleep.
Retrograde amnesia (forgetting what occurred just prior to and shortly after the drug was ingested) is another side effect of Ambien abuse and this is the primary reason that many addiction treatment and recovery facilities have implemented Ambien drug rehab programs. Unfortunately, the majority of those programs are conducted at the traditional addiction treatment and recovery facilities that do not properly treat the addiction to Ambien properly so that the individual successfully recovers from their dependence on the drug.
The Narconon Freedom Center can help you recover from Ambien addiction
The Narconon Freedom Center now offers Ambien drug rehab programs that effectively treat you so that you recover permanently and remain substance-free for life. Our facility offers methods and therapies in a residential environment so that while you are in residency here, you will be staying in a homelike setting. This is far more comforting and far less intimidating than the clinic or hospital like traditional facilities.
You will be provided with educational materials and other recovery tools so that you won’t have to fear relapsing into your addiction again once you have completed the Ambien drug rehab program that you enroll in. We can effectively tailor a program that targets your specific addiction treatment and recovery needs whether you enroll in any of the following programs:
- In-patient
- Out-patient
- Short-term residency (typically 28 days)
- Long-term residency (over 28 days if the addiction is more severe)
Additionally, you will not be subjected to a medical detox unless your dependence on Ambien has continued for a long time and the addiction is considered very severe. If you would like more information on our Ambien drug rehab programs or if you have further questions, please contact us at the toll-free phone number listed at the top of the page.
