AMBIEN CR vs EDLUAR
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
70/100
70/100
Pharmacy pays
~$1.04 /30
~$1.04 /30
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
ZOLPIDEM TARTRATE
ZOLPIDEM TARTRATE
Dosage forms
Tablet
Tablet
Drug class
Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid A Receptor Positive Modulator
Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid A Receptor Positive Modulator
Boxed warning
Half-life
about 2.5 hours (mean 2.5-2.6 hours; range roughly 1.4 to 4.5 hours) in healthy adults
about 2.5 hours (mean 2.5-2.6 hours; range roughly 1.4 to 4.5 hours) in healthy adults
Treats
Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders
Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders
Frequently asked questions
Which is better-rated, Ambien CR or Edluar?
Ambien CR and Edluar are tied at 3.5 out of 5 by our independent rating.
Which is cheaper, Ambien CR or Edluar?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $1.04 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.
What is the difference between Ambien CR and Edluar?
Both Ambien CR and Edluar share the active ingredient Zolpidem Tartrate.
Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.