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Is it safe or addicting to take the sleeping pill"rozerm"every single night? i don't want to become addicted, sleep issues chronic without diagnosis.

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Consider this: Rozerem (ramelteon) is not addictive, but like other sleep meds, you can develop tolerance, and the med will no longer work. So, maybe best you do use only occasionally. But do you have a sleep disorder such as sleep apnea, or periodic limb movements of sleep? Is your insomnia a medication rxtn, or perhaps a circadian rhythm disorder, or even a shift work issue? ?Do a sleep study?

Answered 10/24/2017

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Dr. Pamela Pappas answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Rozerem (ramelteon): Rozerem (ramelteon) is a melatonin agonist that enhances the effect of endogenous melatonin -- a pineal hormone that regulates sleep & wake cycles. It does not depress the cns, and has no anxiolytic or muscle relaxant properties or potential for tolerance or abuse. Its effect can eventually wear off, though. Also, persistent sleep problems need evaluation & diagnosis rather than medication alone.

Answered 12/9/2013

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Rozerem (ramelteon): If prescribed by your physician along with clear treatment plan to include sleep hygiene techniques.

Answered 12/21/2012

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