1 any change in tone or pitch of the voice; modulation: to signal a question by a rising inflection. 2  a change of a curve or arc from convex to concave or the reverse. 3  Gram.
Ambien is the brand name for zolpidem, a drug that's used to treat insomnia. Insomnia is a sleep disorder that makes it difficult for you to go to sleep, stay asleep, or both. Ambien is in a class of drugs called sedative-hypnotics. They work by slowing the activity in your brain, which allows for a state of sleep. Sanofi-Aventis makes Ambien, which was approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 1992. Several companies make generic zolpidem, which became available in 2007.
Ambien addiction is a serious problem requiring treatment. The signs of ambien withdrawal are insomnia, fatigue, sweating, stomach cramps, and panic attacks. You should consult your doctor to seek appropriate professional treatment if you want to discontinue Ambien. am a 48 year old male taking Ambien on and off for insomnia. I've been having memory problems that are quite disturbing. I spoke to my doctor who told me that Ambien has been known to cause memory issues. Xanax and other psychiatric medications for depression and anxiety can also cause cognitive impairment.