Insomnia Questions (Page 20)

Sertraline - Does sertraline cause shaky limbs and weakness?

I recently started sertraline on an initial dosage of 25 mg and for first 5 days I had all the common side effects insomnia, heartburn, increased anxiety, burning skin sensations, but they started to subside. After 2 weeks on 25 mg I upped it to a full tablet of 50 mg and since then I have had zero... read more

Can hydroxyzine hcl be used as a sleep aid?

My doctor said that this is used to treat itching and anxiety. My rosacea got out of hand, caused me terrible itching. My doctor prescribed hydroxyzine hcl to combat the itching so that I can sleep. Is this a good sleep aid, for instance, when you start a new antidepressant that can cause insomnia,... read more

Clonazepam oral wafers for insomnia?

My doctor is putting me on clonazepam wafers because they switched brands on the pills to Solco. Solco brand is awful. My doctor said generics are 80% or less effective, so am anxious to see if the wafers works better. I’ve a question is: Are the wafers also made by Solco? Do you take them... read more

Anyone have tips for using trazodone for insomnia?

Was reading reviews for trazodone, and some people say that there is "window" of when you must take it regarding insomnia. Not currently taking any medication besides this, but may start sertraline soon. If you have trouble staying asleep, do you take it 30 minutes before sleeping? Or do... read more

Any experiences of mirtazapine (Remeron) with SSRI/SNRI for depression, anxiety and poor sleep?

What are your experiences with this combo, especially if you’ve tried them separately and then together? What does this combo do for you vs each of these meds separately?

Insomnia - Seroquel for sleep. are the effects immediate?

When taking Seroquel for insomnia would it work on the first night or does it need to build up over time. Iv tried it for Two nights first at 50mg second night at 75mg. on both nights I slept worse than normal. Very light sleep and constantly waking up.. Thanks

Does Buspirone make insomnia worse?

I've had insomnia for a while and taking Ambien occasionally. I've just started on Buspirone for GAD. I have Klonopin for emergency use. Will Buspirone make my Insomnia worse?

Insomnia - Klonopin + Lunesta.

35 y/o male wondering if anyone has taken Klonopin with Lunesta, and what were the results? Currently on 0.5 mg of Klonopin but it’s no longer giving me the full night’s sleep I need. I get to sleep, then wake up after a few hours. Psych recommended increasing Klonopin dose or adding... read more

TEVA changed the shape of their 100mg trazodone and now it cause me sleep problem?

1. Talking to TEVA about this has not been helpful. 2. I take 200mg of TEVA trazodone at bedtime and it has always helped me sleep. 3. Now TEVA has changed their 100mg trazodone to make it flatter. 4. I take the same 200mg of the new tablet and I have restless sleep and wild dreams. 5. I have to... read more

Lexapro is taking too long to help - side effects are awful?

I'm a 68 yo male with life-long history of depressive episodes that occur every 4 to 10 years. I may be dysthymic. About 11 years ago, I discovered Lexapro and it got me through a rough time. Now, here I am again. I have been taking escitalopram 10mg for 10 days, for a major depressive... read more

What do you use to help with sleep while taking buspirone?

I’ve been having some insomnia after I increased my dosage to 10 mg 2/x day. Any suggestions on improved sleep? Have you found that your sleep improves without anything? Thanks!

Ambien - Help, I am looking for a sleep medication that is as good as 45 mg or better?

I am 73 years old. I have been on sleeping medication for over 50 years. I am currently taking temazepam 30 mg. I was taking 45 mg until 2018. I became an insomniac due to a variety of reasons. One was in an orphanage I was in, they punished me by walking the hall for hours every night I urinated... read more

Can't Sleep? A Pharmacist's Tips for a Good Night's Rest

Any comforting stories regarding low dose Xanax for insomnia?

I am a 70 year old man that has been battling insomnia for five years. I have tried every supplement under the sun and some sleeping pills that were not that effective. I also practice Yoga Nidra every day. Just got a .5mg Xanax prescription today. I intend to start with half that amount. I am not... read more

Venlafaxine hcl ER capsule?

I've been on 37.5 mg for about eight years. I increased my dose to 75 mg about a week ago as I have been very stressed and anxious. Today I had a passing-out episode, and I've been having insomnia for the past 5 nights. These issues prompted me to do some research. I am perplexed about... read more