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Stressed. Taking Lorazapam And Nortriptline. Dependent On Tablets?

Yes, and thank you. I have been taking a small dose of Lorazapam and nortriptline tablets since many years. Due to work stress , I find that I can,t sleep anymore. I barely sleep 2-3 hrs only. This is affecting my work. the doctor has now asked me to take Zolfresh 5 mg at bedtime while I continue with the other tablets. I truly think that if I can sleep for at least 6 hrs, I may be able to reduce my dependence on the other tablets gradually. Kindly advise.
Sat, 30 Mar 2013
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Hello,
Thanks for choosing health care magic for posting your query.
From the description that you have given it appears that you are having trouble with your sleep and are suffering from a long term insomnia.
Firstly you should get evaluated from a good psychiatrist whether you are having any depressive episode or anxiety disorder.
If not, the medications prescribed to you are proper. Along with the medications you should follow all the steps of good sleep hygiene.
Go to sleep at night at fixed time and also wake up at the fixed time. Start some physical exercise
during the day time. Avoid aerated drink or coffee after 12 noon. have a warm water bath before going to sleep. Also use you sleeping space exclusively for resting and not for any other purposes.
Following all the procedures will surely get you good sleep.

Hope I am able to answer your concerns.
If you have any further query, I would be glad to help you.
In future if you wish to contact me directly, you can use the below mentioned link:
bit.ly/dr-srikanth-reddy

Wish you good health,
Dr. Srikanth Reddy M.D.
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Stressed. Taking Lorazapam And Nortriptline. Dependent On Tablets?

Hello, Thanks for choosing health care magic for posting your query. From the description that you have given it appears that you are having trouble with your sleep and are suffering from a long term insomnia. Firstly you should get evaluated from a good psychiatrist whether you are having any depressive episode or anxiety disorder. If not, the medications prescribed to you are proper. Along with the medications you should follow all the steps of good sleep hygiene. Go to sleep at night at fixed time and also wake up at the fixed time. Start some physical exercise during the day time. Avoid aerated drink or coffee after 12 noon. have a warm water bath before going to sleep. Also use you sleeping space exclusively for resting and not for any other purposes. Following all the procedures will surely get you good sleep. Hope I am able to answer your concerns. If you have any further query, I would be glad to help you. In future if you wish to contact me directly, you can use the below mentioned link: bit.ly/dr-srikanth-reddy Wish you good health, Dr. Srikanth Reddy M.D.