Is it bad to drink NyQuil just to go to sleep?

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2009-03-25 15:22:46

The active ingredient in Nyquil is a common antihistamine that chears the head and promotes sleep. An occasional use to help one sleep is not a big deal. However, the chemical is not without its side effects, and no sleep aid should be used regularly. Otherwise one may become unable to sleep without help.

The best natural aids to sleep are exercise, good nutrition (including a small high-protein snack before bedtime), avoiding caffeine for 6 hours before bedtime and getting to bed at the same time every night. Meditation can help calm a busy mind, too.

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