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When taken at recreational doses, it reportedly produces powerful and notoriously bizarre atypical [[psychoactive class::hallucinogen]]ic, [[dissociative]], [[deliriant]] and even [[psychedelic]] effects.
When taken at recreational doses, it reportedly produces powerful and notoriously bizarre atypical [[psychoactive class::hallucinogen]]ic, [[dissociative]], [[deliriant]] and even [[psychedelic]] effects.


Zolpidem is a member of a family colloquially known as a "Z-drug." Other Z-drugs include [[zaleplon]] (''Sonata'') and [[zopiclone]]. These drugs were initially thought to be less addictive and/or habit-forming than benzodiazepines. However, this evaluation has shifted  in the last few years as cases of addiction and habituation have accumulated.{{citation needed}}  
Zolpidem is a member of a family colloquially known as a "Z-drug." Other Z-drugs include zaleplon (''Sonata'') and [[zopiclone]]. These drugs were initially thought to be less addictive and/or habit-forming than benzodiazepines. However, this evaluation has shifted  in the last few years as cases of addiction and habituation have accumulated.{{citation needed}}  


Zolpidem should not be taken on a full stomach and it is recommended on a short-term basis only. Daily or continuous use of the drug is not usually advised.
Zolpidem should not be taken on a full stomach and it is recommended on a short-term basis only. Daily or continuous use of the drug is not usually advised.