What can I do if I have frequent sleep issues?
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Dr. Michael Roizen answered:Ask your doctor about Ambien, Lunesta or Rozerem. These long-acting prescriptions will give you less of a hangover than other drugs may, but some docs feel they're addictive. The controlled-release (CR) versions will give you a boost after four hours to avoid middle-of-the-night awakening. Lunesta works like Ambien but is thought to be non-addictive. Rozerem works like melatonin in my opinion and is nonaddictive.
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Ask your doctor about Ambien, Lunesta or Rozerem. These long-acting prescriptions will give you less of a hangover than other drugs may, but some docs feel they're addictive. The controlled-release (CR) versions will give you a boost after four... More -
Burke Lennihan RN CCH answered:For those who want to avoid medication, there are some good natural alternatives. Calms Forte is a combination of homeopathic medicines, one of the most popular products in my health food store years ago. It’s also good for daytime anxiety. It’s very mild, totally safe, and non-habit-forming. I would dissolve a couple of tablets in your mouth just before going to bed (if you tend to have problems with sleeping every night) and keep it by your bed. If you only have problems once in a while, take it when you’re actually having the sleep problem.
Specific homeopathic medicines can be even more effective if you find the one that matches you best. Here are just two examples among many:
Ignatia is called “the rehearsal remedy.” It works especially well when you’re upset and you’re lying awake thinking, “I wish I said this! I wish I did that! Next time I see him I’m going to . . .”
Coffea works especially well when you have insomnia from happy anticipation – like the night before your wedding, or just before going on a long-awaited vacation.
Start with a mild 6c or 12c potency and dissolve two pellets in your mouth before going to bed.
If that doesn’t work after a few tries, you can move up to the 30c (medium) potency.
Helpful? 1 person found this helpfulFor those who want to avoid medication, there are some good natural alternatives. Calms Forte is a combination of homeopathic medicines, one of the most popular products in my health food store years ago. It’s also good for daytime anxiety.... More
