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Not Able To Sleep Properly. Suggest Some Medication?
Question: hello doctor,
i'm not able to sleep propely anysuggestion can you suggest any low power sleep medicine to get the good sleep
i'm not able to sleep propely anysuggestion can you suggest any low power sleep medicine to get the good sleep
Hi Mr XXXXXXX
Thank you for posting your query.
First of all, we need to identify the reason for your sleep problem.
Sometimes, it may be due to anxiety or stress. Then, we have to give medicines to reduce the stress. Also, if there are any stress-producing factors (related to job or personal life), they need to be resolved.
Sleep problem may also be related to night shift jobs or changing shift jobs, when one is not able to sleep at different times (sometimes at nights and sometimes at day).
Jet lag due to recent travel to Europe or USA (different time zones) may also lead to sleeping problems.
Once we are sure about the reason, then, specific treatments including medicines can be used.
Please get back if you require any additional information.
Best wishes,
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology) XXXXXXX Consultant Neurologist
Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad
Thank you for posting your query.
First of all, we need to identify the reason for your sleep problem.
Sometimes, it may be due to anxiety or stress. Then, we have to give medicines to reduce the stress. Also, if there are any stress-producing factors (related to job or personal life), they need to be resolved.
Sleep problem may also be related to night shift jobs or changing shift jobs, when one is not able to sleep at different times (sometimes at nights and sometimes at day).
Jet lag due to recent travel to Europe or USA (different time zones) may also lead to sleeping problems.
Once we are sure about the reason, then, specific treatments including medicines can be used.
Please get back if you require any additional information.
Best wishes,
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology) XXXXXXX Consultant Neurologist
Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Hi,
Thank you for getting back with more details.
Based on the description, it seems to be a case of primary insomnia (no obvious cause for sleep problem).
The medication, which is most likely to benefit you, is zolpidem. It induces sleep, and does not lead to any "hang over" the next day. Also, there is no risk of addiction to it.
Best wishes,
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology) XXXXXXX Consultant Neurologist
Thank you for getting back with more details.
Based on the description, it seems to be a case of primary insomnia (no obvious cause for sleep problem).
The medication, which is most likely to benefit you, is zolpidem. It induces sleep, and does not lead to any "hang over" the next day. Also, there is no risk of addiction to it.
Best wishes,
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology) XXXXXXX Consultant Neurologist
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
But can i get this medicine without prescrpiton?
Hi XXXXXXX
Sleeping pills are prescription medications. So, you should XXXXXXX your doctor and get it prescribed. You may discuss our conversation, if required.
Best wishes,
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology)
Sleeping pills are prescription medications. So, you should XXXXXXX your doctor and get it prescribed. You may discuss our conversation, if required.
Best wishes,
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology)
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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