Using natural sleep aids is a much better solution because it works with the natural chemicals in the body. However there are times when something stronger is necessary. For about 2 years after a trauma I experienced, nightmares kept me awake. I was already on a high level of narcotics for horrible cintinual migraines so my PDOC prescribed seroquel. It is great for sleep & does not cause a dependence on the med.

I once took codine for bronchitis. My H was known for making me angry but my reaction on codine was to pick up a huge ski boot bag packed & ready fir vacation & I threw it across the room at him. Never toom codine again after that.

Now I find other methods to to help with sleep.