Question 1

what can i take for insomnia, i've tried all the otc the drugs & they leave me with a hangover feeling the next morning...help.

Accepted Answer

Learn relaxation : Skills (biofeedback may help -- www.Bcia.Org or www.Aapb.Org) & practice good sleep habits -- consistent bed & wake times, warm bed & cool room, quiet & dark room, minimize caffeine & alcohol, use relaxing pre-sleep routine, use bedroom only for sleep & sex (no tv, eating, reading, etc.).  Talk to a sleep specialist or http://greeleypsychologist.Com/sleep.Xhtml for more details.

Question 2

which drugs are good for insomnia. i don't feel comfortable using ambien (zolpidem).

Accepted Answer

Melatonin, herbals: There are many types and causes of insomnia. Assuming yours is the occasional, stress-related type (rather than one such as depression that requires more specific treatment), melatonin and/or various herbal mixtures (such as those sold at whole foods or earth fare) are relatively safe and sometimes quite helpful.

Question 3

if i use .5 mg of ativan (lorazepam) every night for insomnia,  in time will i build up resistance to drug and require a higher dose to give the same effect?

Accepted Answer

Very possible: This is a well-known and common risk of anti-anxiety medications chemically called "benzodiazepines" (or "benzos").  It's the main reason they are not recommended for long-term use, usually defined as over 2 weeks.  Of course, not everyone reacts the same: some people develop tolerance (they "build up resistance") even sooner, while some take much longer, or never do.  But why risk it?

Question 4

insomnia - can this be a side effects of drugs?

Accepted Answer

INSOMNIA: Yes it can be but you have to tell which drugs are you taklng.Are these prescription drugs or street drugs.Several drugs can cause insomnia.

Question 5

if an adult suffers from insomnia for reasons unknown to the medical profession, after countless testing, what's the least of evils to take nightly?

Accepted Answer

Insomnia: Turn off all electronic devices an hour before bedtime. Stop texting, listen to soft music, take a warm bath and above all try to get to bed at the same hour every night.

Question 6

i have really bad insomnia and i wanted to try to take some meds for it what is a good over the counter drug that is light on the stomach/non drowy?

Accepted Answer

Difficulty falling: Asleep is often associated w/anxiety while waking up early and not returning to sleep is associated w/depression.  Periodic waking is associated w/overall light sleep.  Please see you doc who may order a sleep study and ask him/her about melatonin.  A psychologist can help w/stress management. Peace and good health.

Question 7

night shift duty cause me insomnia i can't sleep on my normal time i stayed up til morning & sleep whole day.is it can be healed ? or do i need drugs?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can heal: Night shifts can  mess up the sleep/wake cycle.  Your body is confused but can straighten out. Start a regular routine.  Eat at the same time everyday. Begin to go to bed earlier every night.  Increase how early  in half hour increments until you are to 10 or 11 P.M. Oil massage with a warm organic oil such as sesame or olive will help, yoga poses and warm milk works.  No daytime sleep!

Question 8

is it safe to take a hypnotic drug for insomnia?

Accepted Answer

Usually yes: If you are basically health, and you take the medicine as prescribed, and don't combine it with other drugs or alcohol, or use one and then go out driving or using heavy equipment. Hypnotic drugs are usually most helpful short term, when there is a period of stress. If you need one long term you should get an evaluation for other problems - a sleep disorder or anxiety or depression.

Question 9

what are the most effective approachess of overcoming insomnia without drugs?

Accepted Answer

Eval/sleep hygiene: Have you had a sleep study done to figure out reasons for insomnia? Practice sleep hygiene: keep you room a little on a chilly side, warm shower before bed, bedtime routine: no tv, or anything stimulating, no heavy meals. If you can't fall asleep, get out of bed and do something really boring until you feel sleepy and then go back to bed. Go to bed and wake up at the same time.

Question 10

what non-habit forming drug can alleviate chronic insomnia and school test anxiety?

Accepted Answer

Look beyond drugs: I think most of the time that using therapeutic techniques such as relaxation, cognitive therapies and stress management is often more helpful and long lasting than utilizing medications alone for treatment of insomnia and anxiety issues.  Talk with a counselor at your school/university about getting some assistance with test anxiety issues.  They can help.

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What can i take for insomnia, i've tried all the otc the drugs & they leave me with a hangover feeling the next morning...help.

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Which drugs are good for insomnia. i don't feel comfortable using ambien (zolpidem).

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If i use .5 mg of ativan (lorazepam) every night for insomnia, in time will i build up resistance to drug and require a higher dose to give the same effect?

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Insomnia - can this be a side effects of drugs?

A member asked:

If an adult suffers from insomnia for reasons unknown to the medical profession, after countless testing, what's the least of evils to take nightly?

A member asked:

I have really bad insomnia and i wanted to try to take some meds for it what is a good over the counter drug that is light on the stomach/non drowy?

A member asked:

Night shift duty cause me insomnia i can't sleep on my normal time i stayed up til morning & sleep whole day.is it can be healed ? or do i need drugs?

A member asked:

Is it safe to take a hypnotic drug for insomnia?

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What are the most effective approachess of overcoming insomnia without drugs?

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What non-habit forming drug can alleviate chronic insomnia and school test anxiety?

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