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Valium (diazepam)

[Translate] GenericName: diazepam Brand Name: Valium, Diastat Drug Class: Diazepam is an anti-anxiety medication in the benzodiazepine family, the same family that includes: alprazolam (Xanax) clonazepam (Klonopin) lorazepam (Ativan) flurazepam (Dalmane) and others. Diazepam and other benzodiazepines act by enhancing the effects of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the brain. GABA is a neurotransmitter (a chemical [...]

Ativan (Lorazepam)

[Translate] Generic Name: lorazepam Brand Name: Ativan Drug Class and Mechanism: Lorazepam is a drug used for treating anxiety. It is in the benzodiazepine family, the same family that includes diazepam (Valium) alprazolam (Xanax) clonazepam (Klonopin) flurazepam (Dalmane) and others. It is thought that excessive activity of nerves in the brain may cause anxiety and [...]

Type of Sleep Aids

[Translate] There are two type of “sleep-aids”: Those that put you asleep and Those that keep you asleep… The difference is their clearance times. Ambien and some of the others sleep medications have a clearance half-life of 2 hours. They help you get asleep. To keep you asleep you need sleep medication with several hour of half life. It [...]

Sleeping Pills

[Translate] New Problems with Sleeping Pills The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently warned that some sleeping pills can cause side effects, which can have serious health risks, such as: severe allergic reactions negative behaviors during sleep, such as driving while asleep. The drugs that have been associated with these side effects include: Ambien/Ambien [...]

Sleep Aids and Sedatives

[Translate] A sedative is a drug that depresses the central nervous system by causing the following symptoms:  sleepiness calmness slowed breathing,relaxation reduction of anxiety staggering gait slurred speech poor judgment slow reflexes. Sedatives may be referred to as:   tranquilizers depressants anxiolytics soporifics sleeping pills downers sedative-hypnotics.  Many of these drugs, at high doses or when they [...]

Sleep Medication for Travel

[Translate] Sleeping on a plane is a real adventure for several reasons: plane cabin  is ususally noisy seats are small and hard there are constant interruptions Many travelers turn to medications to help them sleep away hours spent in flight. With any sleep aid, it’s a good idea to try it out at home before you leave [...]

Relaxing Sleep Music

[Translate] Music for Deep Sleep Inner Splendor Media is proud to present Music for Deep Sleep – the perfect sleep music. This series consists of a mix of tools for achieving true rest. Choose from one of the following three areas: Nature Sounds: Explore the soothing power of our nature sounds that include thunderstorms, ocean [...]

Natuaral Sleep Aids

[Translate] Many natural sleep aids have been advertised as effective treatments for insomnia and other sleep disorders, such as restless legs, snoring, anxiety, etc. However, very little is known about their safety or effectiveness. Huge supply of  herbal remedies and dietary supplements may sound harmless, they can produce significant side effects or drug interactions. Moreover, they [...]

Sleep Medication: Insomnia

[Translate] Insomnia is treated by the following mnedications: Ambien (see also Ambien on thiw site) The intake of this medication will help the person fall asleep. There is another version of this medication and this is known as the Ambien CR. This newest release of the medication will help a person get to sleep in 15 [...]

Sleep Medication: Apnea/Apnoe

[Translate] Sleep apnea (or sleep apnoea in British English) is a sleep disorder characterized by pauses in breathing during sleep. Types of sleep apnea Obstructive sleep apnea is the most common type of sleep apnea. It happens when the upper airway becomes blocked during sleep. Most frequently, the blockage of airways happens when the soft [...]

Anti-Anxiety Medication

[Translate] Definition Before trying to understand antianxiety it is recommended to read about anxiety first, which is described here: Anxiety Disorders. Antianxiety medications are used in the treatment of stress related anxiety. The best treatment of anxiety is would a combination of both psychotherapy and pharmacology . Antianxiety medication is administered for the relief of anxiety This type [...]

Sleep Medication: Travel

[Translate] General Sleeping on a plane is a true challenge : cabin noise rivals that of concerts, seats are small and hard, and there are constant interruptions Many travelers turn to medications to help them sleep away hours spent in flight With any sleep aid, it’s a good idea to try it out at home before [...]

Sleep Medication Over The Counter (OTC)

[Translate] Over-the-counter, also known as OTC, may refer to: Over-the-counter drug — medicine that may be sold without a prescription and without a visit to a prescriber (ie. doctor, dentist, vet), in contrast to prescription drugs. In some countries (eg. Australia) consultation is required with trained pharmacy staff or a pharmacist to ensure safe and [...]

Sleep Medication: Obstructive Sleep Apnea

[Translate] Obstructive Sleep Apnea is not generally treated with medication: In fact, sleeping pills and other sedatives can worsen the condition But if a patient suffers from excessive daytime sleepiness even while using a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine at night, there are medication options that can promote wakefulness These drugs are available by [...]

Sleep Medication for Seniors

[Translate] There are a number of medical problems that can disrupt sleep such as pain, sleep apnea disorder, restless leg syndrome and endocrine illnesses. There are also medications for particular medical problems that can cause insomnia. Depression and anxiety can also disrupt sleep. If your physician does not believe you are struggling with these illnesses [...]

Drugs and Counterfeits

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Sleep Medication by Prescription

[Translate] The most commonly  sleep medications that needs to be prescribed consists of two classes of sedative-hypnotic drugs:  benzodiazepines and non-benzodiazepine, benzodiazepine receptor agonists In addition to these categories, a new medication, Ramelteon, under the brand name Rozerem, becames more widely available since 2006 that aids sleep with a unique mechanism of action. Sleep medications covers the following [...]

Sleep Medication: Rozerem

[Translate] Rozerem (ramelteon): Rozerem works differently from other sleep medications and is designed to work in conjunction with your body’s internal clock. It’s non-habit-forming, won’t make you feel groggy the next day, and is safe to use with many prescribed medications It’s not a controlled substance like most other prescription sleep medications Although Rozerem is [...]

Sleep Medication: Bipolar Sleep Disorder

[Translate] What is bipolar disorder? Bipolar disorder, or manic depression, is a medical illness that causes extreme shifts in mood, energy, and functioning. These shifts may be very dramatic. They vary over the course of a person’s life Over 10 million people in America have bipolar disorder, affecting equally men and women  Bipolar disorder is a chronic and [...]

Sleep Medication: Trazodone

[Translate]   Trazodone   Brand Name: Trazodone Generic Name: Trazodone Hydrochloride Drug Classification:  Sleep/Depression Description:  Trazodone is an tetracyclic antidepressant medication. It is thought to increase the activity of one of the brain chemicals (serotonin) which may become unbalanced and cause depression. It may also be used for relief of anxiety disorders (eg, sleeplessness, tension) [...]

Sleep Medication: Herbal Xanax

[Translate]   Herbal Xanax   Brand Name: Herbal Xanax Generic Name: Herbal Xanax Drug Classification:  Herbal Xanax Sleep Aid Description:  Herbal Xanax (SleepWell) is a Non-Prescription herbal medication for insomnia and related sleeping disorders. Unlike the popular prescription drugs, it is very safe and has no dependence or withdrawal problems. Sleep Well makes you sleep [...]

Sleep Medication: Temazepam

[Translate]     Temazepam   Brand Name: Temazepam Generic Name: Restoril Drug Classification:  Sleeping Aid / Benzodiazepines Description:  Temazepam (marketed under brand names Restoril, Euhypnos, Normison, Remestan, Tenox and Norkotral) is a powerful intermediate-acting benzodiazepine drug. Temazepam is used on a short-term basis to help you fall asleep and stay asleep through the night   [...]

Sleep Medication: Nitrazepam

[Translate]   Nitrazepam   Brand Name: Nitrazepam Generic Name: Mogadon Drug Classification:  Sleeping Aid Description:  Nitrazepam is a sedative used to treat insomnia. Nitrazepam is in the group of drugs known as benzodiazepines, a class of antidepressants, anti-panic agents, and muscle relaxants. Nitrazepam is usually used as a short term treatment for temporary insomnia, but [...]

Sleep Medication: Sonata

[Translate]   Sonata   Brand Name: Sonata Generic Name: Zaleplon Drug Classification:  Sleeping Aid Description:  ZALEPLON (Sonata) is a sedative-type drug that helps to treat difficulty falling asleep (insomnia). If your main sleep problem is waking up after falling asleep, then zaleplon will not be helpful for you. Zaleplon helps people with problems falling asleep [...]

Sleep Medication: Herbal Ambien

[Translate] Herbal Ambien     Brand Name: Herbal Ambien Generic Name: Herbal Ambien Drug Classification:  Herbal Sleep Aid Description:  A non-prescription herbal medication for insomnia and related sleeping disorders, SleepWell (Herbal Ambien), unlike the popular prescription drugs, is very safe and has no dependence or withdrawal problems. Making you sleep like a baby and wake [...]

Sleep Medication: Lunesta

[Translate] Lunesta® (eszopiclone) is a prescription sleep medicine used in adults for the treatment of a sleep problem called insomnia. Symptoms of insomnia include trouble falling asleep and waking up often during the nightIn clinical studies LUNESTA was proven effective to help the majority of patients fall asleep quickly and stay asleep for up to 7 [...]

List of Sleep Medication

[Translate] Below is information on prescription pharmacy drugs widely known as insomnia drugs and sleep medication:    List of Sleep Drugs: Ambien Herbal Xanax Lunesta Herbal Ambien  Nitrazepam Temazepam Trazodone  Sonata Some older sleep aids include Restoril (temazepam), Halcion (triazolam), and ProSom or Eurodin (estazolam). These are not used frequently anymore – and have a history of being [...]

Sleep Medication for Kids

[Translate]  Children with sleep problems are likely to be prescribed a sleeping pill or other medication approved only for adults, according to a new study. Study conducted by sleep researchers from Ohio State University and University of Missouri evaluated 18.6 million children’s doctor visits for sleep problems They found that 81% of visits included a prescription for a [...]

Sleep Medication for Animals

[Translate] Sleep Medicine for Dogs? Question: I have a 4 yr. old lab that has been “whining” for the last couple of nights, (intermitently).  She has eaten and behaved normally during the day.  My wife ventured this morning “If their were sleeping pills for dogs…” I am leaning against this notion, but, perhaps, there is/are other recommendations that we could [...]

Sleep Medication Dependency

[Translate] Addiction to Sleep Medication All people taking sleep medicines face some risk of becoming dependent on the medicine! Dependency to any medication creates potential risk to anyone taking that medication.  That is why: Sleep medication can cause dependence, especially when used regularly for longer than a few weeks or at high doses. Some people develop [...]

Sleep Medication: Side Effects

[Translate] All medicines have side effects! When taking a sleep medication, you want the benefits to outweigh the risks In clinical studies, majority of sleep drugs have been shown to have low abuse potential As with any medication, it is important that you use sleep medication as prescribed If you have any questions about any [...]

Sleep Medication During Pregnancy

[Translate] WARNING: Sleep medicines may cause sedation of the unborn baby when used during the last weeks of pregnancy. Make sure to tell your healthcare professional if: if you are pregnant if you are planning to become pregnant or if you become pregnant while taking sleep medicine. If you are concerned about the risks of side [...]

Sleep Drugs: Ambien

[Translate] Ambien (zolpidem) Ambien is available in two forms Ambien (and its generic), which help you fall asleep, and Ambien CR (no generic), approved to help you fall asleep fast and stay asleep. Usefull information about ambien: Ambien may not be safe for those who have a history of depression, liver or kidney disease, or [...]

Sleep Medications

[Translate] The following articles were written in June 2009: Sleep Meciation part I                     written on June 2, 2009 Sleep Meciation Part II                   written on June 3, 2009 Please refer to the following articles for more information on Sleep Medication, Sleep Aids and Sedatives, Sleep Medication Types, and many more:    Sleep Medication                        [...]

Sleep Medication Part II

[Translate] Prescription Medication: Types and Uses (cont’d from Part I) There are several types of medications that require prescription. Some medication last longer than others in your system (a longer half life), and some have a higher risk of becoming habit forming. For more information about medication, follow the link in the table to a [...]

Sleep Medication Part I