A 41-year-old member asked:
Why do sleep aides (benadryl, ambien, sonata (zaleplon) ,lunesta, prosom, elavil) not work for me?
3 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Marc Zimmermannanswered
Psychiatry 23 years experience
Different: Everyone is different. It also depends upon why you are having difficulty with sleep. If you suffer insomnia talk to your doctor about this. There are many medications that can be used for this disorder.
3.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Dr. Judith Tellermananswered
Clinical Psychology 43 years experience
INSOMNIA: Getting good night's sleep is important for physical & mental health. Insomnia might be due to several reasons. Have a physical exam to rule out illness. If cleared consult with a Clinical Psychologist with expertise in multiple types of psychotherapy that helps you benefit from medication prescribed by a Psychiatrist. If uncomfortable with your Dr. seek 2nd opinion. You may need a sleep study.
7 viewsAnswered Feb 01, 2021
Dr. Heidi Fowleranswered
Psychiatry 26 years experience
Sleep medicines: If you have been on this many sleep medications, that's problematic. Don't know if you developed tolerance over time or if there are things that are causing your insomnia. Recommend a thorough evaluation by a sleep medicine specialist.
7 viewsAnswered Feb 01, 2021
Last updated Feb 1, 2021
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