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Meds that are prescribed for sleep have an adverse reaction-i stay awake instead of falling asleep. why does this happen?
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SleepHasItsUps&Downs: Depends on the medication. There are things called "paradoxical" reactions where someone gets excited by a downer drug.Think about ADD kids given uppers to calm them down! Now don't go out looking for a meth house for your own personal sleep medication!Talk to your doctor about this.It could be the medication or maybe you need a dose adjustment.And besides, any of these meds are for temporary use!
Answered 10/16/2015
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