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I have had a hard time falling asleep this week. is it harmful in any way to take nyquil to fall asleep?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Nyquil: If you are not on other medications that cause dizziness and not drinking alcohol , then occasional nyquil is ok.

Dr Pappas agreed

Answered 5/1/2018

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