I am thinking of taking an over-the-counter sleep aid, but I have a daily prescription of Sulfasalazine. I previously took small doses of Lorazepam under medical supervision for insomnia, and I didn't have any problems with that. What kind of complications, if any, can I expect if I take an OTC sleep aid with my prescription?
2007-03-20 16:02:48 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Other - Health
If the only medication you are taking is sulfasalazine an OTC sleep medication (diphenhydramine/benadryl)should have no interaction. If you are not having any pain, plain old benadryl should do the trick. Make sure you have several hours to sleep or you might feel fuzzy/hung over. I am assuming no other med conditions/allergies....good luck.
2007-03-20 16:10:49 · answer #1 · answered by RxJD2008Rx 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
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2016-10-02 11:56:51 · answer #2 · answered by stinnette 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think there is a potential interaction between a sleep aid and your medication, because they both work on the central nervous system. Your best bet would be to call a health hotline in your area and talk to a nurse who could advise you better.
2007-03-20 16:13:39 · answer #3 · answered by hermione_speaks 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋