What class of narcotic does alprazolam xanax fall under?

Ambien ( Zolpidem ) has not adequately demonstrated effectiveness in maintaining sleep; however, it is effective in initiating sleep. Its hypnotic effects are similar to those of the benzodiazepine class of drugs, but it is molecularly distinct from the classical benzodiazepine molecule and is classified as an imidazopyridine.

zolpidem is one of the most prescribed medication for sleep.