Looking for a good over the counter sleep aid or suggestions on how to help slee!
Question: I usually go to sleep around 11:00, but rarely have I been able to sleep past 2:00am.....any help?
Answers: I usually go to sleep around 11:00, but rarely have I been able to sleep past 2:00am.....any help?
Be careful with the drugs because they can cause dependency. I had a friend who sometimes had troubles sleeping and she said that her doctor said that sleep aids should only be used for short periods of time because, if you take them for extended periods, you will become dependent.
Some non-drug tips for falling asleep:
1. Drink warm milk or hot chocolate before going to bed.
2. You can try drinking raw eggs before bed if you're brave enough.
3. Make sure your bedroom is warm enough to be cozy but no so warm that you're sweating.
4. Make sure your mind is clear because thinking too much when you're trying to fall asleep will keep you up.
5. Counting sheep. This is cheesy, I know. But the methodological activity of counting can (a) clear your mind of other troubles and (b) lull you into a kind of hypnosis that will lead to sleep.
6. Singing a soft, lulling song in your head while trying to fall asleep can help too. Don't worry if you know all the words. Just hum the tune. Silent Night works well for me.
7. I've been told that concentrating on the colour black can help you sleep.
8. While trying to fall asleep, visualize yourself curling up in a cozy cloud or snuggling in some other beautiful, peaceful, and cozy place.
9. Read something boring.
10. Some people find that listening to music or watching TV helps them sleep. Others (myself included) find that it keeps them awake.
11. If you can't fall asleep after about 30-45 minutes, get up, walk around, maybe go to the washroom, have a snack, maybe do something (read, internet, sewing, whatever) to employ your time for a few minutes, and then go back to bed. (This tip came from a credible source, but I forget exactly where I encountered it.) Odd as this one sounds, it is actually quite effective. Once you've perked yourself up, you're going to bed afreash; and this, in some weird way, helps.
the most important cause for lack of sleep, is perhaps "depression" or "tension". perhaps u ve some underlying cause. if u can get rid of these then u can sleep well. i donot recommend any medication....but if u must. ALPRAZOLAM 0.25mg, the dosage is important or ZOPICLONE 1mg are good medications. both require prescription. Over the counter...i think u should try BENADRYL cough syrup, 2tsp. it helps, coz it contains "codeine". but the easiest way is to tire urself. excercise for atleast 25min in the morning and evening...it will drain ur energy and it will make u tired and sleepy at the end of the day. THIS WORKED MIRACLES FOR ME.....
hi i have found nytol a good way to get to sleep its herbal and can be bought at most supermarkets. Also try reading a book while it takes effect it should work but dont abuse it as using it too often will lessen the desired effect.