The main purpose of ambien is to alleviate sleeplessness. It is normally administered to assist people fall asleep for a brief period of time—no more than a few weeks. By attaching to a particular location on the GABA-A receptor complex, zolpidem increases the central nervous system's ability to block GABA's actions. This process aids in establishing and sustaining sleep. Due to its very short half-life, Ambien is a good option for people who have trouble falling asleep but not remaining asleep during the night.