Z‐hypnotics have been perceived to be better than benzodiazepines for the treatment of insomnia for many years. NICE guidance focuses on cost effectiveness and purchase prices as there is limited convincing evidence to distinguish between these agents. This review aims to compare Z‐drugs and benzodiazepines as hypnotic agents in terms of their efficacy, safety, tolerability and abuse potential.
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