Question 1

what type of sleep meds would you recomend?

Accepted Answer

Ambien (zolpidem): First off, good sleep habits are best for insomnia but if short term use for trips, etc, Ambien (zolpidem) is generally  very good.

Question 2

has anyone taken sleep meds and do they work for you?

Accepted Answer

Somnorifics: Sleep aides, whether they are otc or prescriptive have specific uses.  There are very few indicated for long term use.  Of those available the one chosen will depend on the cause of insomnia, - situational, depressive, etc, the patient and other meds and the physician.  They work differently in different people.

Question 3

sleep meds that make u lose weight?

Accepted Answer

None : Sorry, but it's a great thought. Would sure kill two very big birds with one stone. Mmmm...., maybe if we all put it on our wish list for the holidays?

Question 4

is it best to go cold turkey if trying to get off sleep meds?

Accepted Answer

No: Unless the medication is giving you serious side effects, generally you should taper the medication slowly. Otherwise, you run the risk of resulting in rebound insomnia. Talk to your doctor about how to do this.

Question 5

how to get back on a better sleep pattern without using sleep meds?

Accepted Answer

Sleep hygiene is key: Retire &amp; rise same time each day. Keep bedroom dark &amp; cool &amp; use only for sex &amp; sleep. Turn off tv. No naps. Exercise regularly but not in late evening. No caffeine for 6 hrs &amp; no alcohol or tobacco w/i 2 hrs of sleep. Keep dinner moderate sized &amp; finish at least 2 to 3 hrs before sleep. Can try warm milk, along w light reading or warm bath. Valerian (Valeriana officinalis), California poppy &gt;

Question 6

what will over-the-counter sleep meds do to me if i keep taking them daily?

Accepted Answer

Need for more: You can develop dependence, both physiological and psychological, and tolerance and the need for escalating doses and can become toxic. So as the label says, use it only as needed.

Question 7

what can i do for insomnia? sleep meds arent helping.

Accepted Answer

Insomnia: Melatonin or rozerom, do not drink soda, wine or coffe late and not within 3-4 hs from sleep. Check if you have raced mind or review with your pcp, if you have depression or bipolar symptoms. Don't read or watch tv in bed room. You can get night shower to help, also  some herbs like valerine can help !

Question 8

what symptoms typically qualify for prescription sleep meds?

Accepted Answer

Sleep: Before you seek treatment. A discussion with a provider may help. Often sleep problems can be addressed with envivromental changes or changes in habit. Specific problems, such as "jet lag" for example have specific indications for a sleep aid. Communicate with a provider.

Question 9

my sons girlfriend is living with us. now some of my pain meds and sleeping pills have disappeared.what now?

Accepted Answer

Be responsible: Pain  medications and sleeping medications are controlled substances and require a high level of responsiblility.  When you expose those medications, others may take advantage of you.  It is up to you to keep them in a safe place and out of sight.  The issue of your son's girlfriend living with you is an issue your apparently have accepted.  With the above, you will have to deal with it asw it is.

Question 10

same nightmare everynight. cant move. wake up being sick and in a panick. how do i stop this as sleep meds don't work but make it worse?

Accepted Answer

May be parasomnias: With little info you provided, it sounds like you have sleep paralysis. Treating underlying medical and psychiatric causes is important as well decreasing stress. Drug and alcohol treatment if that's an issue helps too. Sleep hygiene, getting enough sleep helps. Ssri medications like Lexapro (escitalopram) and zoloft may help.

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Sleep meds that make u lose weight?

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Is it best to go cold turkey if trying to get off sleep meds?

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How to get back on a better sleep pattern without using sleep meds?

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What will over-the-counter sleep meds do to me if i keep taking them daily?

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What can i do for insomnia? sleep meds arent helping.

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What symptoms typically qualify for prescription sleep meds?

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My sons girlfriend is living with us. now some of my pain meds and sleeping pills have disappeared.what now?

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Same nightmare everynight. cant move. wake up being sick and in a panick. how do i stop this as sleep meds don't work but make it worse?

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