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For the last two nights, it has been hard to sleep. when i try to sleep it feels like my mind is still awake but i'm tired. is there anything i can do?

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Dr. Charles Gordon answered

Specializes in Adolescent Medicine

Sure: On a short term basis you take Benadryl (diphenhydramine). It is an antihistamine whose major side effect is tiredness.

Dr Rhoads and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 8/5/2016

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A member asked:

For the last two nights, it has been hard to sleep. when i try to sleep it feels like my mind is still awake but i'm tired. is there anything i can do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Charles Gordon answered

Dr Rhoads and 2 doctors agreed

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