What Are the Side Effects and Risks of Taking Belsomra to Help Me Sleep?

What Are the Side Effects and Risks of Taking Belsomra to Help Me Sleep? (0:55)

The most common side effect of the new insomnia drug, Belsomra, is next day sleepiness, and it has similar risks to that of other sleep aids. In this video, sleep expert Michael Breus, PhD, explains how to minimize the risks of the medication.

Michael J. Breus

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About Michael J. Breus

Michael J. Breus, PhD, is a clinical psychologist and a fellow of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. He specializes in sleep disorders and is one of only 163 psychologists in the world with his credentials and distinction.

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