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I was diagnosed with idiopathic insomnia. trazedone doesn't work but zaleplon does. it's not covered on my insurance, any suggestions?

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Zaleplon: Zaleplon is indicated for short-term treatment of insomnia with difficulty of sleep onset. Zaleplon produces tolerance and dependence when used long-term. Although trazodone is efficacious for sleep maintenance difficulties, its use in insomnia is off-label and is associated with cognitive and motor impairments. Long-term treatment with medication alone is not the optimal treatment strategy

Answered 1/25/2016

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