Is Ambien More Addictive Than Xanax? A Look at Sedative-Hypnotic Risks
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While both are Schedule IV controlled substances with potential for abuse, Xanax (alprazolam) is widely considered more addictive and prone to dependence than Ambien (zolpidem). This is primarily due to differences in how each medication affects the brain, though Ambien's risk for dependence is not insignificant and was initially underestimated.
