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What are the negative consequences of taking nyquil just to go to sleep?

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Dr. John Christophel answered

Specializes in ENT - Head & Neck Surgery

Long term yes: You will develop a tolerance to the drugs in nyquil and you will need them to go to sleep.

Answered 8/20/2013

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