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When taken for recreational purposes, at doses far higher then the prescribed dose, it is capable of producing powerful and bizarre atypical hallucinogenic, hypnotic, deliriant and even psychedelic effects. Some individuals use a different delivery method than prescribed, such as [[insufflation]], to induce effects faster | When taken for recreational purposes, at doses far higher then the prescribed dose, it is capable of producing powerful and bizarre atypical hallucinogenic, hypnotic, deliriant and even psychedelic effects. Some individuals use a different delivery method than prescribed, such as [[insufflation]], to induce effects faster | ||
Zaleplon is a member of a family known as "[[Z-drugs]]." Other Z-drugs include [[zolpidem]] (Ambien) and [[zopiclone]]. These drugs were initially thought to be less addictive and/or habit-forming than benzodiazepines. | Zaleplon is a member of a family known as "[[Z-drugs]]." Other Z-drugs include [[zolpidem]] (Ambien) and [[zopiclone]]. These drugs were initially thought to be less addictive and/or habit-forming than benzodiazepines. | ||
Zaleplon is recommended to be taken on a short-term basis only. Daily or continuous use of the drug is not usually advised. | Zaleplon is recommended to be taken on a short-term basis only. Daily or continuous use of the drug is not usually advised. | ||