Zolpidem is one of the most effective medicines currently in use for helping people with short term sleeping problems, especially for people who are not able to sleep properly for any reason. This medicine is marketed with the trade name of Ambien Sanval. For any person who has been prescribed this medicine, it is very important to understand some basic precautions. These include the following… · Informing the doctor or pharmacist about the allergies: Many people are allergic to the medicine or one or more of its active ingredients. For people who are already aware of such allergies, it is important to keep their doctor and pharmacist in loop. For anyone who experiences any known allergic symptoms after first instance of consuming the medicine, it is also recommended that medical practitioners be informed promptly. · Ambien and Alcohol do not mix: This is a medicine that does not work well for anyone who has a habit of or has recently consumed alcohol of any kind