Question 1

does health a2z sleep aid work?

Accepted Answer

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 2

how long should i take diphenhydramine (sleep aid) before discontinuing use? what are the impacts on my health if i do not stop taking?

Accepted Answer

Keep the dose small.: Diphenhydramine (brand name Benadryl) is an OTC medication generally considered quite safe except for the drowsiness. When used in appropriate doses it is generally without significant adverse reactions. Remember, any drug used to aid in sleep issues should be used only for a short-term. Using this drug occasionally, i.e. 1-2/week should be fine. If taken occasionally there should be no ill-effect

Question 3

what is the better sleep aid?

Accepted Answer

There isn't one best: Sleep medication. Different sleep medications suit different patients and different conditions more optimally. Melatonin is often used because it is often effective, inexpensive, available over the counter and does not cause drowsiness the next day. Make sure that you are using excellent sleep hygiene. Retire ; rise same time each day. Keep bedroom dark ; cool ; use only for sex ; sleep. Turn off.

Question 4

is there an otc sleep aid that actually works?

Accepted Answer

Sleep hygiene.: Generally, go to bed at the same time every night, awaken the same time every morning, stay in bed if you awaken during the night, no naps during the day, no activities in bed other than sleeping and relations, don&#x27;t eat within four hours of going to sleep. Melatonin supplementation can help, too.

Question 5

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 6

how is the zzzquil sleep-aid?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 7

can you use gravol as a sleep aid?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 8

could rexall sleep-aid really work?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It contains Diphenhydramine hcl 25 mg. This is  an anti-histamine which can cause drowsiness. It is for occasional sleep issues.

Question 9

might i take universal zma as a sleep aid?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Zma is a preparation of zinc, magnesium and a b vitamin. It is marketed mainly as a strength building supplement but is also marketed as a sleep aid (they add tryptophan, which can enhance sleep).

Question 10

please describe a good sleep aid medication?

Accepted Answer

OTC sleeping pill: Best sleep aid is to find & treat the cause of lack of sleep. Some otc sleep aids are melatonin for occasional insomnia.

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