Citation

Rohrig TP, Moore CM. Forensic Sci. Med. Pathol. 2005; 1(2): 81-90.

Affiliation

Regional Forensic Science Center, Wichita, KS, trohrig@sedgwick.gov.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2005, Holtzbrinck Springer Nature Publishing Group)

DOI

10.1385/FSMP:1:2:081

PMID

25869945

Abstract

Zolpidem (Ambien), a nonbenzodiazepine hypnotic, is indicated for the short-term treatment of insomnia. Because it has become the most widely prescribed sleep aid in the United States, it is being increasingly detected in a variety of forensic specimens, and its interaction with other medications is being questioned. We present a comprehensive overview of the basic chemistry, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics of zolpidem; its interaction with other prescription drugs; its effects on driving and motor skills; and its analysis and interpretation in forensic casework.

Language: en