Ambien Zolpidem Tartrate Medication Review

I have been using Ambien for the past two weeks and its probably one of the worst decisions I have ever made.  My insurance carrier was switched at work (HAP over Blue Cross).  I used to take Lunesta due to severe insomnia.  HAP doesn't cover Lunesta so my doctor prescribed me Ambien.  BIG MISTAKE.  After taking the first pill I woke up in the morning with the worst headache.  My neck was so sore and I could barely function.  The headache lasted all day.  The so called "sleep specialists" have advised me that I have to give up one thing so I could gain another.  Basically, I have to give up pain free living so that I can get 5-6 hours of sleep.  The Lunesta did not make me choose between the aforementioned.  The pain has only gotten worse and am constantly using an ice pack on the back of my head in order to get some minor relief.  In conclusion, Ambien is horrible for your body.  I will no longer be taking it and will find alternative assistance with sleeping.