Question 1

anyone used a delta wave sleep aid?

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Why would you: Although it is commonly stated that slow wave sleep (stage n3 sleep, stage 3/4 sleep, delta sleep) is needed for sleep to be refreshing, there is no evidence to show that. The amount and continuity of sleep is more important than what stage and how much time in each stage (except that too much time in stage n1 might not be as refreshing).

Question 2

can vicks-zzquil cause anxiety? what can be used as a natural sleep-aid?

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Natural Sleep aids: Valerian (Valeriana officinalis), California poppy (Eschscholzia californica), Wild lettuce (Lactuca virosa), Lemon Balm ((Melissa officinalis)), passion flower (Passiflora incarnata), Chamomile (Anthemis nobilis), Hops (Humulus lupulus), Lavender (Lavandula officinalis) &amp; St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum) are herbs which can aid with sleep. Kava kava (Piper methysticum) can be effective but

Question 3

how is trazodone (desyrel) used as a sleep aid?

Accepted Answer

Start low: Start with 50 mg.@ h.S. If this is not enough go to 100 mg.

Question 4

does diphenhydramine hci 25 mg affect you the next day when used as a sleep aid?

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It can: Each person responds differently to similar medications. Since Benadryl (diphenhydramine) causes drowsiness, it can have lingering effects into the next day. Some people report feeling foggy and dazed the next day while others are completely fine and awake.

Question 5

does health a2z sleep aid work?

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Yes and no: It will work for a couple of days, then you might need to stop for two days and then restart it again. It is basically benadryl, (diphenhydramine) the antihistamine. You might want to try melatonin 3mg at 2 hours before bedtime. It works more consistently and does not cause the next day impairment and weight gain that Benadryl (diphenhydramine) does. See your doctor if that doesn't work. If you feel nervous or depressed, get tx.

Question 6

what's a good natural and safe  sleep aid?

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Melatonin: I have many patients that utilize melatonin and extended release melatonin to aid with sleep.  Paced breathing exercises in addition to progressive muscle relaxation is also helpful.

Question 7

can there be a natural sleep aid out there that works?

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Prevention: Not being able to sleep  may indicated sleep problems that can be life shortening or life threatening. The only way to know if there are serious problems is with an overnight sleep test. I encourage you to seek help.

Question 8

which is a good sleep aid?

Accepted Answer

There are quite a : Few excellent sleep medications. Here are some over the counter natural remedies: chamomile, melatonin ; valerian root. Some people use benadryl (diphenhydramine). Your physician can prescribe sleep medication for you as well. Take care.

Question 9

how is the zzzquil sleep-aid?

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It works for some: i works for some people. its considered relatively safe however discuss this as an option with your physician.

Question 10

can you use gravol as a sleep aid?

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Gravol: I don't know which gravol product you're talking about -- there are several of them.  http://tinyurl.com/lar4efy  the ones with ginger only probably would not help you sleep, but the ones with dimenhydrinate in them might.  Please discuss with your own physician, as i also don't know what other medications you might be taking.

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