Ambien is excellent medication for short-term relief when you are finding it difficult to get to sleep, but it is not very good for a long period of treatment. You should take some of the responsibility for getting your sleep pattern back under control. Insomnia is often caused by anxiety, stress and depression. So, as a first step, look for ways in which to relieve those causes. Then, more generally, look at the following:

• People sleep best in a dark and quiet appartment. That means looking at the curtains to keep out light. Thick material may also help to form a barrier against noise.
• Never catch a nap in the afternoon - save all your tiredness to the night.
• It is easier to sleep when it is cool even though this may mean using more bedding.
• Don’t eat within two hours of your normal sleep time.
• Avoid exercising or doing anything else that might grab your interest or power and keep you awake. Find activities that are relaxing and put you in the mood for sleep.
• Take a warm bath or shower about 30 minutes before going to bed. It is easier to sleep as your body cools.

Re-establishing the habit of sleep is the best long-term remedy. If that fails, anyambien-like drug will give you some relief.