noun
Ambien
noun
1
A brand name for zolpidem, a prescription drug used short-term to help people fall asleep.
"Her doctor prescribed Ambien after weeks of insomnia."
"He was groggy the next morning after taking Ambien the night before."
How to Use Ambien
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA well-known sleeping pill, not a generic term for all sleep medication.
Common mistake
Ambien is a trademark, not the chemical name — the active ingredient is zolpidem, which is also sold under other brand names.
When to use it
Should be capitalized, like other brand names.
Word Forms
Ambiens plural
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