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Category: Sleep medications

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Understanding the DEA's Ruling: What Schedule Is Ambien?

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According to a 2020 CDC report, 8.4% of U.S. adults took sleep medication daily or most days in the prior month [1.5.2]. For many, this includes Ambien (zolpidem), but a common question is: **what schedule is Ambien?** The DEA classifies it as a Schedule IV controlled substance [1.2.1, 1.2.2].

Unpacking the Sleep Aid: What is in Restavit?

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3 min read
Restavit is an over-the-counter medication used for the short-term relief of insomnia. The core question for many potential users is: what is in Restavit that helps with sleep? The answer lies in its single active ingredient.