Ambien, is the brand name for Zolpidem, is a sedative-hypnotic medication widely prescribed to treat insomnia by promoting sleep initiation and maintenance. As a non-benzodiazepine, Generic Ambien works on the GABA-A receptors in the brain, enhancing the inhibitory effects of the neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA). This modulation helps to induce a calming effect on the central nervous system, facilitating the onset of sleep.