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I have sleeping problem.i want to take medicine for long sleep.first i use ativan (lorazepam) but is not so effective any noice in room i wake up so what medicin?

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Ear plugs: Sleep problems are very common. Try herbal teas with warm milk. Try melatonin. Use ear plugs and blinders. Try to avoid drugs. May try Benadryl (diphenhydramine) but avoid alcohol and no caffeine after noon.

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Answered 6/24/2014

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