title: Zolpidem dependence, abuse and withdrawal: A case report.
abstract: Zolpidem, a nonbenzodiazepine hypnotic, binds to the benzodiazepine binding site on the gamma-aminobutyric acid type A (GABA-A) receptors. Many studies have reported efficacy and safety of zolpidem in treatment of insomnia, low abuse, and dependence capability. However, many cases of zolpidem abuse and dependence were reported around the world. This case showed that zolpidem can exert abuse capability, euphoric mood, tolerance, and withdrawal syndrome.
authors: Behavioral Sciences Research Center, Faculty of Medicine, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
authors: Mostafa
authors: M
authors: Heydari
authors: Medicine, Quran and Hadith Research Center & Department of Community Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
authors: Mohsen Saberi
authors: MS
authors: Isfeedvajani
keywords: Abuse; Dependence; GABA-A receptor Agonists; GABA-A receptor antagonists; substance withdrawal syndrome