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Hi, during high periods of work stress as im experiencing now, i struggle to fall asleep and stay asleep. i have in the past been prescribed stillnox?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Sleep difficulties.: We can not prescribe you zolpidem (stillnox or ambien) at HealthTap. Some alternatives: Valerian (Valeriana officinalis), California poppy (Eschscholzia californica), Wild lettuce (Lactuca virosa), Lemon Balm ((Melissa officinalis)), passion flower (Passiflora incarnata), Chamomile (Anthemis nobilis), Hops (Humulus lupulus), Lavender (Lavandula officinalis) & St. John's Wort .

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Answered 10/19/2017

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A member asked:

Hi, during high periods of work stress as im experiencing now, i struggle to fall asleep and stay asleep. i have in the past been prescribed stillnox?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Anyanwu and another doctor agreed

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