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I always wake up at around 3am and have trouble getting back to sleep. i used to take medication for insomnia. what seems to be the case now?

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A "classic" Sx of MD: Major depressive episodes often include the symptom of "early morning awakening"; thought to be a result of hormonal disturbances often found with biologically induced depression. Visit a psychiatrist, he/she will review your sleep hygiene; suggest a trial of non-rx melatonin; if these did not help, rozarem, or silenor; stronger antidepressants: trazadone Remeron (mirtazapine) or Elavil may be necessary, ..

Answered 4/30/2016

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As above: I agree with other doctors early morning awakening , it is reflection of md. U need to see u mh provider for evaluation and treatment and in addition try sleep hygiene and excersize before 4 pm , which can increase u endorphin and help cure mild depressive symptoms

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