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It is best to consult a physcian or just ask a reliable pharmacist on what OTC sleep aids they would recommend. I would suggest not taking medical advice from anyone other then these two possible individuals.
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∙ 14y agoI've tried many of the addictive sleeping pills (Ambien, benzos, etc) and the most effective sleep aid I've ever used is Tryptophan. It's the amino acid that's in turkey and makes you so tired after Thanksgiving dinner :)
It's by prescription most places. Start with 500 mg and if that isn't enough 1g a night would knock out a horse. Also it has no side effects, isn't addictive, and doesn't have a hangover. I highly recommend it instead of trying 'strong' sleeping pills. Also, what works for one person doesn't for another. I know someone who is asleep 20 minutes after a dose of NyQuil. It's individual, but Tryptophan is what works best for me.
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∙ 12y agoI find Ambien to be most effective. But I've also had success with Imovane (Zopiclone),
and even older ones such as Halcion (Triazolam).
I've tried Ambien but 30 mg. of Temazepam puts me to sleep within 15 minutes.
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∙ 13y agoBenadryl. It can be bought over the counter in 25mg caplets. You can take 50mg. at bedtime. If you have never taken benadryl, start with 25 mg. The generic is diphenhydramine. It's less expensive.
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∙ 11y agodiphenhydramine (benadryl) is a descent over the counter sleep aid. I do not recomend Tylenol PM even though they use the same sleep aid because if you are NOT hurting, then why take the Tylenol? Tylenol is VERY difficult for your liver to break down(after 24hrs 99% is STILL in your body).This is due to the livers in-ability to "digest" tylenol. Thus, plain old diphenhydramine is what i use. You can take 2(25mg each, 50mg total) approx 20-30min before retire for bed. PS generic is MUCH less expensive so look in the "allergy section" as the price increases if you buy it from the "sleep aid section"
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∙ 15y agoMany practitioners feel that Ambien (or Ambien-CR) represents the best medication for both induction and maintenance of sleep patterns.
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∙ 14y agomelatonin, its a natural sleeping pill.
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Is there an antidepressant that works the same way as oxycodone?
Oxycodone is not an antidepressant. It is a pain reliever. There is no antidepressant that works like a pain reliever. See your doctor and get what is best for you.
What is the best antidepressant to add to Wellbutrin?
ativan
Is trazodone addicted?
no trazodone is simply an antidepressant that is unlike any other antidepressant, study's have shown that trazadone is probably the least affective antidepressant, but it is mainly prescribed for sleep problems because its primary and strong side affect is sedation. many people think it is addictive because they get it for sleep, but unlike ambien, lunesta, and other actual sleeping pills. trazodone is not addictive
Will trazadone show up in drug test?
No. Trazodone is a non-addictive sleep aid. (It was formulated as a a tetracyclic antidepressant, but its antidepressant action was considered rather weak, whereas its soporific properties were noted to be considerable.)
Will amitriptyline make you sleep?
Though it is an antidepressant, it is felt to have more of an activating influence that sedating when taken. A more common alternative would be Desyrel (trazodone) taken at bedtime for sleep.
Does Trazodone help go to sleep?
Trazondone, originally, was used as an antidepressant but it was soon discovered that it wasn't a good one but did make people drowsy so now it is used as a sleeping pill rather than an antidepressant. Trazondone, originally, was used as an antidepressant but it was soon discovered that it wasn't a good one but did make people drowsy so now it is used as a sleeping pill rather than an antidepressant. i was on trazodone they gave it to me to help me sleep at night they work good depending on the dose am not trying to say that it will work for everybody but i have seen it work on a few. hope this helps
Is Cymbalta a barbiturate?
No. Barbituates are drugs that are used as hypnotics or sleep inducers. Wellbutrin is an antidepressant, and also sometimes used to aid in the cessation of smoking.
Is trazodone a biodiazapine?
No, it is not. You cannot get addicted to trazodone. It was originally designed to be an antidepressant but it was found that the drug could alleviate anxiety. It can be used to aid in sleep.
Is trazodone an opiate or benzo?
No, trazodone is a tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) it used to be used for depression but now is solely used as a sleep aid in people who have trouble sleeping or diagnosed with insomnia. It is important to note that although this medication is sometimes used in depression with with insomnia, the doses used for sleep are often below the effective dose used in the treatment of depression.
Why are you taking amitriptyline for rheumatoid arthritis?
amitriptyline is Classed as an antidepressant it may also be used to promote restful sleep in those with certain rheumatic diseases.
Is there any treatment for sleep walking?
Therapy usually consists of either a benzodiazepine or a tricyclic antidepressant. Sleepwalking is not a syptom of insanity but medical help is needed to control the symptoms.
Is there an antidepressant that help stop smoking and not gain weight?
Chantix. While not an antidepressant, it is similar to Wellbutrin which is an antidepressant, and is also used to help smoking cessation.
