No it's a prescription sleep aid sort of like LUNESTA but it has some VERY interesting side effects if you dont go to bed within about 10 minutes. You will do and say crazy sh*t you wont remember in the morning and you wont believe anyone either. That's why I took videos of my wife. lol Once in a while you will sort of remember bits and pieces sort of like a dream. Ohh the tales I could tell about the ex and myself.
One interesting side effect I have experienced and most everyone who has used it or has a significant other who uses it will agree in regards to women. They loose ALL inhibitions and are willing to do most anything they would normally say no to... Use your imagination.
I have also had packages I dont remember ordering show up due to ambien nights and sent random txt that make no sense at all. Most people experience night time eating such as cooking a FULL meal and having no memory of it the next day. Google Ambien stories to get a good laugh.