killertomato asked:


I have really bad insomnia and I was wondering how I could treat it with out OTC medicine.

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  1. 1 Halpin F
    2009 Jan 30

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    my doctor recommended benedryl. it contains the same ingredient as otc sleep aids but is less expensive if you buy the generic. he told me the only side effect of using it is mild dehydration.

  2. 2 Wendy
    2009 Jan 30

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    Hi! I suggest Melatonin. It really works, and is not over the counter. You can purchase it at health and vitamin stores for under $10. ( I live in BC, Canada and pay$8.99 before taxes.)
    ** Some places do sell it over the counter, which is silly**
    Your brain produces melatonin which is the chemical that makes you sleep. Taking melatonin generally does not make you fall asleep instantly or make you pass out. It generally takes 10-20 minutes before you fall asleep. During those 10-20 minutes, the melatonin stimulates your brain to release its own melatonin. So, you become sleepy, then sleep!!! Enjoy your sleep!
    :o) Talk you your family doctor if you are unsure.

  3. 3 saher
    2009 Feb 02

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    if i may suggest, before trying any diazapam, please follow few sleep better tips, like avoid any stressful activity, just before going to bed, simple stroll is nice, try reading relaxing book, warm milk is great, try listening soothing music, write whatever is restricting your sleep, after jotting down your problems, tell yourself, you will be able to handle the problems better after sleeping peacefully. Sleep Well, sweet dreams:)

  4. 4 Connie R
    2009 Feb 05

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    Benedryl is really good - also a mug of hot milk - which all say tastes yucky - so put some sweetener and vanilla to make it taste good.

    When milk is heated some of the milk sugar is converted to tryptothan - a natural sleep agent.

    No one knows when they fall asleep - in fact a person needs to be asleep 15 min or more before their body will realize it. Close your eyes and lay in a dark room. Turn off the TV and radio.. Lay still. Think of a pleasant place in great detail. (to avoid thinking of unpleasant stuff).

    good luck

  5. 5 dipu
    2009 Feb 08

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    Insomnia (sleeplessness) is due to stress, dietary and medical
    problems. By making small lifestyle changes like having a fixed
    daily routine, relaxing and eating properly, insomnia can be
    cured. I found the information at useful
    for getting sleep.


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