Compare Ambien vs. Klonopin
Head-to-head comparisons of medication uses, side effects, ratings, and more.
Helps you sleep.
Ambien (zolpidem) aids in falling asleep and staying asleep, but it can be habit-forming and might be more likely than other sleep medicines to cause side effects.
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3.7/ 5 average rating with 1375 reviewsforAmbien
Controls seizures and helps panic attacks.
Klonopin (clonazepam) can be used for immediate relief of panic attacks and seizures, but is not intended for long-term management.
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3.8/ 5 average rating with 767 reviewsforKlonopin
Upsides
- Effective at helping people fall asleep faster and sleep longer.
- Extended release form is particularly good for staying asleep, and you can use it for longer than the immediate release form.
- Generic is available.
- More people who took Klonopin (clonazepam) were free of panic attacks, compared to people who did not take Klonopin (clonazepam).
- Klonopin (clonazepam) works quickly, within the hour.
- Can be used together with antidepressants to manage panic disorder.
- Klonopin (clonazepam) lasts longer and has less severe withdrawal symptoms compared to other similar medicines.
Downsides
- Not typically used for long-term treatment because it can be habit-forming.
- Some people find that Ambien (zolpidem) becomes less effective over time.
- More likely to cause sleep-walking, sleep-driving, and sleep-eating.
- Might not be safe if you have problems with your liver, kidneys, lungs, or if you have a history of depression.
- Klonopin (clonazepam) can cause memory problems, drowsiness, dizziness, and confusion.
- Klonopin (clonazepam) can be habit-forming, so is not typically used for long-term treatment.
- May require higher doses of Klonopin (clonazepam) over time to establish the same seizure control.
Used for
Dosage forms
- Pill
- Oral spray
- Sublingual pill
- Pill
- Dissolving tablet
Price
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Reviews
1375 reviews so far
67%
saidit'sworth it
50%
saiditworked well
16%
saidit'sa big hassle
Have you used Ambien (zolpidem)?
Leave a review767 reviews so far
70%
saidit'sworth it
52%
saiditworked well
14%
saidit'sa big hassle
Have you used Klonopin (clonazepam)?
Leave a reviewSide effects
18possible side effects
- Drowsiness8%
- Headache7%
- Dizziness5%
- Allergic reactions4%
- Sinus infection4%
- Dry mouth3%
- Back pain3%
- Lack of energy3%
- Drugged feeling3%
- Diarrhea3%
- Sore throat3%
- Flu-like symptoms2%
- Racing heart2%
- Lightheadedness2%
- Depression2%
- Abdominal pain2%
- Constipation2%
- Rash2%
4possible side effects
- Drowsiness37%
- Depression7%
- Abnormal coordination6%
- Loss of full control of bodily movements5%
Risks and risk factors
- Dependence and withdrawal
- Continuous use of Ambien (zolpidem) for 2 weeks or more
- Driving impairment
- Alcohol
- Taking other medications that make you less alert
- Less than 8 hours of sleep.
- Abnormal thoughts
- Undiagnosed psychiatric conditions
- Performing activities while asleep
- Taking Ambien (zolpidem) with alcohol or drugs that cause drowsiness
- Risk of falls and injury
- Higher dose
- Liver problems
- Taking Ambien (zolpidem) with other nervous system depressants
- Long-term use
- Elderly (70 years or older)
- Sedation, respiratory depression, coma and death
- Taking with opioids
- Drinking alcohol
- Dependence and withdrawal
- Taking high dosage
- Taking long-term
- History of drug abuse
- Driving impairment
- Drinking alcohol
- Taking other medicines that make you less alert
- Suicidal behavior and ideation