Question 1

so i'm prescribed tramadol, gabapentin & alprazolam & i take otc sleep aid. my dr told me my last urine was positive 4 morphine/ codeine & i dont know how!it also tested positive for the gabapetin but i haven't taken that in4mos. how did this happen?

Accepted Answer

Poppy seed muffins: are a frequent cause for false-positive morphine urine drug screens.   Poppy seeds can also be found in salad dressings, and on bagels.   A GC/ MS test of your urine can quantify and definitively identify the substances in your urine.   A low amount of morphine on the GC/ MS would most likely be from ingestion of poppy seeds.   Talk to your physician about these possibilities.

Question 2

could there be consequences taking tramadol and unisom (the sleep aid) together?

Accepted Answer

No: The 2 medications are compatible.

Question 3

are there any otc sleep aids that do not have benedryl in them?

Accepted Answer

Melatonin: Melatonin is a natural body hormone your body makes to help with sleep. It is available otc in almost any pharmacy by the vitamins/herbal supplements.

Question 4

otc sleep aids that can mesh with zoloft (sertraline)?

Accepted Answer

Not a problem: Over the counter sleeping pills (usually containing Diphenhydramine or benadryl) should not be used regularly as they cause daytime sleepiness, decreased attention and memory, and tolerance develops. However, there is no specific problem in taking them with sertraline (zoloft).

Question 5

scientists have discovered any otc sleep aids that have something other than diphenhydramine?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Melatonin is an over the counter substance that many people take to aid sleep. It is available in many places where herbs or supplements are sold.
Also, GABA is used by many for aiding sleep. It is also available over the counter.

Question 6

i've tried otc sleep aids and 6mg lunesta (eszopiclone) and 20mg of ambien. what other sleep medications are available i could try?

Accepted Answer

NONE: Get a sleep study to rule out OSA. Consider exercise, meditation, prayer, progressive relaxation and keep a sleep journal. Consult a clinical psychologist and consider hypnotherapy. Read " The Relaxation Response" by Herbert Benson,M.D.. Get off all sleeping medicines.

Question 7

i stopped the insane amount of otc sleep aids i was on for 3 yrs, cold turkey,  2 wks ago. are withdrawal symptoms normal? when will they stop?

Accepted Answer

OTC Sleep aids: I understand your distress of withdrawal symptoms and need for relief.
Being on OTC sleep aids for 3 years, you developed Dependence, going “cold turkey” led to withdrawal symptoms - nausea, sweating, shaking, extreme anxiety or other symptoms. 
Your Health is Precious!
 For Diagnosis of acute withdrawal symptoms and for relief of distress, go to ER

Question 8

my 32 year old daughter falls asleep easily but wakes up every hour on the hour does anyone have any suggestions melatonin and otc sleep aids don't he?

Accepted Answer

Sleep study: To get into this pattern it is likely she never achieves any deep restorative sleep which in most will last at least 3-4 hrs in the first segment. Waking at hourly intervals may indicate an underlying medical condition that must be treated before a healthy sleep pattern is possible.I would seek out a sleep study, often done at specialty centers overnight. Analysis allows you to focus treatment.

Question 9

what are some otc sleep-aids?

Accepted Answer

Melatonin &amp; benedryl: are 2. 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.

Question 10

what are some problems otc sleep aids can cause for people on prescription medication?

Accepted Answer

Dorwsiness: Otc sleep aids typically contain diphenhydramine, the active ingredient in benadryl.  Drowsiness is a big side effect of this medicine so any prescription medicine that can cause drowsiness like pain killers for example should be used with caution with sleep aids containing diphenhydramine.

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A member asked:

So i'm prescribed tramadol, gabapentin & alprazolam & i take otc sleep aid. my dr told me my last urine was positive 4 morphine/ codeine & i dont know how!it also tested positive for the gabapetin but i haven't taken that in4mos. how did this happen?

A member asked:

Could there be consequences taking tramadol and unisom (the sleep aid) together?

A member asked:

Are there any otc sleep aids that do not have benedryl in them?

A member asked:

Otc sleep aids that can mesh with zoloft (sertraline)?

A member asked:

Scientists have discovered any otc sleep aids that have something other than diphenhydramine?

A member asked:

I've tried otc sleep aids and 6mg lunesta (eszopiclone) and 20mg of ambien. what other sleep medications are available i could try?

A member asked:

I stopped the insane amount of otc sleep aids i was on for 3 yrs, cold turkey, 2 wks ago. are withdrawal symptoms normal? when will they stop?

A member asked:

My 32 year old daughter falls asleep easily but wakes up every hour on the hour does anyone have any suggestions melatonin and otc sleep aids don't he?

A member asked:

What are some otc sleep-aids?

A member asked:

What are some problems otc sleep aids can cause for people on prescription medication?

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