Insomnia Questions (Page 27)

Does mirtazapine cause weight gain?

I have been prescribed mirtazapine today by my GP for extreme anxiety and insomnia. As as yet I don't know the dosage. Does this cause weight gain and are there common side effects? Thanks

Is it fine to masturbate if on medication of clonazepam and escitalopram along with propranolol?

Trazodone - trazodone does it have any bad side effects if I take it for long term?

How do I use prescription sleeping pills safely?

Lorazepam side effects long term for 1mg, any downsides? I have bad insomnia.

Any possible side effects of taking 1mg for 6 months on and off?

Does anyone else get restlessness on trazodone?

I have been taking trazodone for 4 years at a high dose (450mg) and was also taking hydrocodone among other things, with it for a long time for PTSD-related insomnia. I recently had my gallbladder out and had to stop taking my ydrocodone cold turkey because of a liver scare. Once I stopped the... read more

4/5 weeks of mirtazapine 15mg still no big changes/ what to do?

I have started 15mg mirtazapine for depression and Insomnia about 4,5 weeks ago. Initially with 3,75 and then 7,5mg now on 15 for over 20 days. Before I had issues falling asleep (some nights now sleep at all) and waking up around 3 or 4am with no way getting back to sleep. Falling asleep has been... read more

I have been using 5 mg of Ambien for 4 weeks. Is it early enough that I can just stop taking it?

I understand I will have some discomfort and insomnia for several days, but I don’t want to become dependent on it. Suggestions or helpful advice? Thank you!

Does low dose trazodone for insomnia cause weight gain with long-term use?

I've been taking 50 mg of Trazodone per night for post menopausal insomnia since August, 2021. It really helps the insomnia but in the last year my weight has been steadily increasing and I have gained 10 pounds despite continuing my usual exercise and healthy diet routine. Has anyone else... read more

When does the burning from Lexapro go away?

I started Lexapro 5mg, a 10mg split, last week on Thursday and had to stop it on Sunday. I've had awful side effects including insomnia and a HORRIBLE burning sensation. Does anyone have experience with this? When did it go away? It's now Thursday morning and I'm still dealing with... read more

Can hydrocodone or oxycodone cause insomnia?

Which is stronger for pain? 5mg of hydrocodone or 5mg of oxycodone?

Promethazine - does discontinuing use cause insomnia?

I took promethazine 6.25 mg oral cough syrup for ten days, mostly 2 ml per night, using the oral syringe. I stopped taking it a few days ago and noticed a severe bout of insomnia. Will this wear off soon? Has anyone else experienced this? The pharmacist assured me it should be out of my system in... read more

Sertraline side effects, how long do they last?

Hi , I have been on Sertraline 50mg for 22 days , my side effects seem unbearable , high anxiety , trembling, insomnia, no motivation and dizziness and fatigue , I asked the Doctor 4 days ago how long this would last and she couldnt tell me she suggested coming off but I have come this far and was... read more

How to safely reduce intake of clonazepam?

I have been taking clonazepam for about 5 weeks, I am taking 0.25 in the morning and 0.25 in the evening before bed. It has been extremely helpful with my anxiety and stress. I would like to lower the dosage and was wondering if taking just half a pill 0.25 in the morning will be a good idea. I am... read more

Does Prozac cause insomnia?