Insomnia Questions (Page 29)

Depakote and insomnia?

i was on lithium for over 25 years then started having some bad kdney labs, doctor weined me off the lithium and i began to take depakote. As for the bipolar issue I seem to be allright, however, I I CANNOT sleep--any help?

Will doxycycline hyclate keep you awake?

I have been having problems sleeping since I started taking this drug.

It is safe to take 2 x 3.75mg zopiclone tablets together?

My Dr has prescribed them for sleep but at one a night, and it doesn't work for me. I have tried taking it together with xanax but still can't sleep! I am an adult, of average weight, and am taking them along side citalopram (a.m.) and tramadol (tid)

Does Synthroid cause Depression and major mood swings?

I have been on synthroid for about 2 1/2 months. They started me out at .25, and I was super energetic, had insomnia, and gained weight. Then they upped my dosage (a month ago) to .50-my thyroid levels are normal now BUT I have had major problems with depression, and irritibility, and mood swings.... read more

If I don't have ADHD, what effects will Concerta mixed with energy drinks have?

I know that if you don't have ADHD and you take ADHD medication [more specifically Alza], you will get insomnia, be more alert, very chatty, amongst other symptoms, and if you have an energy drink [in this case Relentless] you will get a buzz for an hour or so then get a low. The thing I mainly... read more

Stopping wellbutrin, just started taking it - how to taper?

I have been taking wellbutrin (100mg) 2x a day and yesterday was my first 3x a day (per my doctor's... instructions), but it's giving me terrible insomnia. I want to stop taking it, also because I have been taking an occasional xanax and read that if I stop taking the xanax I might have a seizure.... read more

How long does buspar withdrawal last?

Was taking 10 mg twice a day. Tapered off over a 6 week period. After taking last dose 2 weeks ago started feeling abdominal pain, nausea, chills, sweats, insomnia, some anxiety. Just wondering if this is normal. I am also on 20 mg Celexa once a day.

Is Hydroxyzine (HCI 50mg Tab) compatible with Xanax(0.5mg) or Klonapin(0.5mg)?

My Mother has terrible insomnia & I was curious because the xanax and klonapin were prescribed recently & the hydroxyzine was prescribed a few months ago.

I am taking 300mgs 3x per day of gabapentin for inner ear dysfunction. Anyone taking it for this?

I was diagnosed with permanent inner ear dysfunction from a viral infection I had a few years back. I have been working with a Neurologist at MGH in Boston for over a year now. I started on Topomax and could not handle those side effects. I have been on gabapentin now for approximately one month... read more

How long does severe dry mouth last when caused by albuterol?

I was diagnosed with bronchitis/pneumonia and was given albuterol and an antibiotic. I have reacted badly to the albuterol, bad shakes, insomnia and the worst is the swollen saliva glands and dry mouth. I have bought biotene products which provide short term relief. But I am really wondering how... read more

How can I wean off of bedtime lorazepam (for sleep only) and resume normal sleeping pattern?

I was on lorazepam for a brief period of stress and anxiety. This has been going on for about 6-7 weeks and am now only taking .75mg of lorazepam at bedtime with 6mg of melatonin for sleep. I feel great, anxiety and stress are much better but my sleep still is a bit spotty. I have a hard time... read more

I have been switched from Clonazepam to Oxazepam. What are the differences between the two benzos?

Does anyone know the comparative doses? I used to take .5mg of clonazepam in the day and 1mg at night, and I have been prescribed 15mg of oxazepam twice in the day and 30mg at night. Anyone else been through this change or know the differences? I am a healthy non-smoker, 19. I am an epileptic, but... read more

I had a cortisone shot 4 days ago and had 2 sleepless nights plus diuresis x 6 last night - could?

... this be related? Could diuresis 3 nights after cortisone shot and insomnia for 3 nights after the shot be a side effect of the cortisone?

Can Prilosec cause insomnia?

How do you deal with insomnia when taking Strattera?

I am a young senior with ADHD. My doctor recently started me on Strattera, which I take in the morning, and right away I started having problems getting to sleep at night [I am posting this question at 4:30 AM]. Will this problem go away as my body becomes used to this medication? I started with a... read more