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MuscleHead
Aug 11, 2011
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I just wondered if anyone could recommend a decent sleed aid? I have a lot of trouble getting to sleep and staying asleep. The doctor recently threw mirtazapine at me but I would prefer to stay away from prescribed medication.

I'm currently taking Magnesium and Zinc before bed.

Any suggestions welcome.
 
GiantSlayer

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Have you tried Benadryl? 2 caps does a good job.
 
monsoon

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Have you tried melatonin? I just went to the dr the other day and he told me to take 1mg a day. He said if that doesn't work we will try trazadone
 
slicwilly2000

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I would suggest kava tea if you want to go the herbal route. It might work and it might not but I'd give it a try. If it doesn't work the first time increase it to two bags of tea and try again.

Slic.
 
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MuscleHead
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Have you tried Benadryl? 2 caps does a good job.

I have tried benadryl specifically but I have taken something called atarax which is also a anti histamine, it had a very bad hangover effect in the morning and I couldnt shake it all day.

Have u tried Propofol?

No. I am pretty sure I came across a doc using this on tv though as an anaesthetic when he was preparing to induce labour though

I would suggest kava tea if you want to go the herbal route. It might work and it might not but I'd give it a try. If it doesn't work the first time increase it to two bags of tea and try again.



Slic.

I haven't but I will check to see if it is available in my local store.
 
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MuscleHead
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Have you tried melatonin? I just went to the dr the other day and he told me to take 1mg a day. He said if that doesn't work we will try trazadone

I have taken this in the past but I cannot remember if it was beneficial or not with regards to helping me sleep, I will also consider this. Just my 2 cents but I would dodge the trazadone like a fkin bullet.
 
RAIDEN

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Have you tried melatonin? I just went to the dr the other day and he told me to take 1mg a day. He said if that doesn't work we will try trazadone

If i remember correct, you have to give melatonin a break after a few weeks as your body gets used to it and builds a tolerance.
 
graniteman

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Suggest checking what and when your taking and how close to sleep. If you're taking stimulants , caffeine etc too close to bed you're fighting a losing battle trying to med your way to a good sleep. Check your routine 4-6 hours before your usual sleep time. Try and cut stims out at least 3-4 hours before minimum. I've tried them all and nothing really helped except getting a better routine leading up to sleep,. Sleep is just as important as everything else in a program
 
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Melatonin 10 mg and Valerian root zma at drugstore. You can also get at herb shops passion. Flower and Valerian root tea.
 
FLEXjs

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I use Webber Naturals Super Sleep:

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