I have struggled with insomnia for years. I have tried taking OTC medicines such as Benadryl, melatonin, cough syrup, etc. I have also been prescribed Ambien, Ambien CR, Rozerem, Lunesta, Valium, and I am currently taking Tizanidine. None of which have helped me in the least. I see no effect from the medicines.
I have also changed my diet, exercised more, taken the television out of my bedroom... etc. Nothing so far has helped.
Does anyone have any suggestions for medications that have helped you that I could ask my doctor about? I'm desperate... anything will help.
Thank you =)
2007-12-01 03:41:47 · 3 answers · asked by ❁Niki 5 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Medicine
You may take dormicum (midazolam), zopiclone or zolpidem. You can only buy these on prescription. These medications can guarantee you a good night sleep. This will help you break the vicious circle of insomnia and daytime tiredness.
But you shouldn't rely on medication for providing you sleep on a permanent basis. You should identify the cause of your insomnia and treat that. If you are generally an anxious person you should try taking magnesium supplements. Try to find the right method for you to relax.
2007-12-01 09:28:09 · answer #1 · answered by Suciu C 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I share your frustration with insomnia, as I do a lot of travelling, sometimes with 10 and 12 hour time zone changes. Not to mention the normal stesses from work, family etc.
Melatonin and the other OTC drugs have been useless for me. I use Zopiclone once in a while to help me get to sleep, its supposedly non addictive but it does leave a bad taste in your mouth. But you can't be dependeant on drugs to achieve a good rest.
Don't smoke or drink coffee. Go to bed and wake up at the same time each day to help establish a strong circadian cycle. What really works for me are wool filled duvets (texeler.ca); sleeping naked in pure cotton sheets, a cool, quiet, dark room; not eating or drinking too close to bed time; sometimes a little aromatherapy (chamomile & lavender); regular exercise; sex; and trying not to work too late.
A lot of synthetic bedding materials release formaldehyde which has been shown to be associated with insomnia, among other bad things. So like the above poster suggested, go natural, but I would avoid the scented candles - thats just more chemicals in your environment.
The secret is to convince yourself that you are going to be able to fall asleep. I know its a mental struggle, you are not alone!
2007-12-01 03:51:55 · answer #2 · answered by minefinder 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go natural ! Create a cosy atmosphere in your bedroom by using light colour for your walls and fabrics, create romantic mood with deemed lights or via candles, you may used aromateraphy candles too but be careful. Play your all-time fave romantic songs. A cup of herbal tea may help too.
2007-12-01 03:50:02 · answer #3 · answered by yusdz 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋