I have myclonus which apparently causes me sleep problems. any suggestions for an otc sleeping pill?

Have you talked to : Your dr about melatonin. Sleep hygiene is also improtant. 1.Keep regular bed & waking time (even weekends). Rise same time each day, regardless of time you fell asleep. 2. Develop relaxing bedtime routine: warm bath/shower, aromatherapy, reading, or listening to gentle music. 3. Sleep in dark, quiet, cool room w comfortable mattress & pillows. 4. Bedroom is only for sleep & sex. No work materials, .

Worsened by Effexor (venlafaxine): This is also known as nocturnal myoclonus or periodic limb movement disorder. The best treatment would be determined by your doctor. Www. Holisticonline.Com mentions the following. In some cases, nocturnal myoclonus has been associated with too little vitamin e, iron, or calcium. In these cases vitamin and mineral supplements have been found useful. Please discuss with your doctor. Otc sleep need melatonin may help you sleep.

? cause of myoclonus: While myoclonus can be benign and associated with the transition into sleep it may also signify some other disorder. Have you had a sleep study to define the cause of these abnormal movements? Once determined then a specific treatment can be pursued. You want to make sure this is not restless leg syndrome which would change your treatment. Good luck and well wishes.

Sleep disorder: Do agree with dr mccarren, as this may or may not represent a problem, but if you are awakened by nocturnal myoclonus, this could be a variation of restless leg syndrome called paroxysmal limb movements of sleep, and can easily be treated, but best diagnosed with sleep study.