Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
Anything i have ever taken that raises my serotonin levels ( even valerian) has worsened my insomnia. so what can i take outside of magnesium?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Consider: use of Chinese Scalp Acupuncture or Auricular (Ear ) acupuncture to help with insomnia. See that you already use melatonin. Some other herbals that are used to help sleep include Chamomile, Passion Flower, Hops, Skullcap & California Poppy.
Answered 6/20/2014
4k views
Re-assessment: Among patients I have seen that have worsening insomnia on SSRI anti-depressants, my next question is to explore any history of mania or hypomania. It is does not automatically mean you have bipolar disease, but it worth considering. Some people do "over-activate" on SSRI's without having bipolar disorder. Please consider seeing a psychiatrist or a 2nd opinion if needed. good luck
Answered 6/20/2014
4k views
Related Questions
A member asked:
I've struggled with insomnia all of my life. Right now I take 50 mg trazodone and 500 mg Valerian root but have been waking up too early. Better meds?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Bf w insomnia wont take rx meds,only herbal OTCs.Cant take valerian&melatonin barely wrks.What other relaxation/sleep OTC herbal/supplemental meds??
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Should I take valerian root tablets for my insomnia?
5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
Does weed take out or lower your serotonin levels in your brain?
6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
People also searched for:
Why is it that everything that raises my serotonin levels overstimulates me and everything that helps insomnia raises serotonin levels. ?
The combined use of escitalopram & trazodone causes high serotonin level in blood. So for insomnia treatment should I prefer trazodone?Say a safe Alt.
I have PMDD. What supplements are safe together? 5htp, St. John's wort, vitex, calcium, omega 3, d, magnesium, b? I don't want serotonin syndrome.
I have been having difficulty sleeping and getting daytime headaches. Can magnesium at bed help? I had bloodwork and my magnesium levels were fine but the dr said I could take magnesium at bed to help with sleep but will this actually help ?
Insomnia for days and it's really irritating me. Would it be safe for me, a 16 year old, to take melatonin or valerian root?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
