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Zopiclone is a nonbenzodiazepine hypnotic agent used for the short-term treatment of insomnia. It helps decrease sleep onset latency and increase sleep duration.

Zolpidem is a sedative-hypnotic medication used for the short-term treatment of insomnia. It helps patients fall asleep more quickly and stay asleep.

Melatonin is a hormone naturally produced by the pineal gland that regulates the sleep-wake cycle. As a supplement, it is used to treat insomnia and jet lag.