@emrose
If your doctor wants you off of Ambien, they will likely not prescribe Lunesta because they are in the same class of meds (sedative/hypnotics) which means they are both good to shut your thoughts down and cue your brain to sleep. I would ask for a referral to a sleep specialist - mine is a neurologist and she says these drugs are safe to take long term and better than chronic insomnia. While supposed to be "for short term use", some people just need it longer. I didn't tolerate Ambien because I had terrible morning anxiety after taking. I don't get that with Lunesta. Good luck. Not sleeping can be debilitating.