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Is it ok to take dalmane (flurazepam) for insomnia and zyrtec together every night? i have chronic insomnia and the combination helps me sleep

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Dr. Krishna Kumar answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Medication effects: Using Zyrtec with Dalmane (flurazepam) may increase dizziness, difficulty concentration, impairment in thinking, judgment, and motor coordination. Let Wise Woman within you reflect Stresses causing insomnia. Consider: Avoid •Alcohol •OTC Sleep aids Exercise or Yoga in the evening Before sleeping, •Close that day’s Chapter in Book of Life •Visual imagery of National Parks •Breathing Relaxation •Therapy

Answered 5/29/2016

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Likely OK: Should be no short term or long term severe adverse reactions, but the combination will eventually become less effective and you may have a rebound insomnia. Maybe consult with your regular doctor about stabilizing your sleep pattern in absence of meds.

Answered 5/28/2016

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