Zolpidem tartrate generic name?

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What is the generic name for zolpidem tartrate?

Zolpidem tartrate’s generic name is zolpidem (the medication is commonly written as zolpidem tartrate to specify the salt form). [1]

Why do some labels say “zolpidem tartrate” instead of just “zolpidem”?

Drug labels often include the salt form because that affects formulation and how the active ingredient is delivered, even though the underlying active drug is still zolpidem. [1]

Where does this show up in listings for generic zolpidem products?

In drug listings and prescribing information, generic sleep medicines using the same active ingredient are typically grouped under zolpidem, with “zolpidem tartrate” appearing as the specific form.

Sources:
[1] https://www.drugs.com/ingredient/zolpidem-tartrate.html