Z-drug

Z-drugs are a group of nonbenzodiazepine drugs with effects similar to benzodiazepines. These drugs (the names of which usually begin with the letter 'Z') are used in the treatment of sleep problems. Z-drugs are a group of nonbenzodiazepine drugs with effects similar to benzodiazepines. These drugs (the names of which usually begin with the letter 'Z') are used in the treatment of sleep problems. They are used to treat insomnia. Sleeping pills, including the z-drugs, have been associated with an increased risk of death. In older people this family of medications increases the risk of fractures and falls. The Z-drug zaleplon may have fewer side effects compared to benzodiazepines.