AMBIEN vs ZOLPIDEM TARTRATE
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
70/100
New
Pharmacy pays
~$1.04 /30
~$1.04 /30
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
ZOLPIDEM TARTRATE
ZOLPIDEM TARTRATE
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Tablet
Tablet, Tablet, extended release
Drug class
Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid A Receptor Positive Modulator
Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid A Receptor Positive Modulator
Boxed warning
None
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 cheaper, Ambien or Zolpidem Tartrate?
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 and Zolpidem Tartrate?
Both Ambien and Zolpidem Tartrate 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.