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Jan 25, 2018 at 01:22 AM
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Can anyone rec. an over the counter sleep aid?. I barely get 2 hrs. of sleep each night. Thank you
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Jan 25, 2018 at 01:25 AM
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You can get Zzzzzz (i think it is by Vicks) but I would Not recommend it because it caused me restless leg syndrome. Or try Benedryl __________________ [B]'Everyone you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about. Be kind. Always.' |
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Jan 25, 2018 at 03:27 AM
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Promethazine for short term use
If you can get Melatonin it can help but smaller doses are better than large (under 1mg) |
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Jan 25, 2018 at 11:25 AM
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I use melatonin to sleep. I find it puts me to sleep in an hour or so after I take it.
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Jan 25, 2018 at 01:21 PM
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The main ingredient in OTC sleep aid is the antihistamine in Benadryl. So I try that, usually 50mg. Any more than that and I have to get up to pee every 20 minutes for some reason.
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Jan 25, 2018 at 01:36 PM
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I've had success with melatonin as well.
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