Everyone is different in how they respond to certain meds. Ambien was the first one I was prescribed in my late 30's and while it put me to sleep, I had issues with night sweats and anxiety, thus switched to Xanax. It worked well but a psychiatrist switched me to Klonopin due to the somewhat milder effect and longer half life. It was like a wonder drug for me until I was taken off it due to age. I was given vigtoril and remeron, neither any help at all. Tried Ambien again, but it caused morning nausea and daytime anxiety. Lunesta works well. I think these sedative hypnotic drugs are not as problematic as benzos, so I will steer clear. We all have to do what works. Good luck!