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How safe is zzzquil sleeping aid and what are some side effects?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Sleep medication: See: http://www.Drugs.Com/sfx/zzzquil-side-effects.Html. Many people find Diphenhydramine helpful for sleep.

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Answered 4/17/2016

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