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Suggest Alternative Sleeping Aid In Place Of Melatonin

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Posted on Thu, 7 Sep 2017
Question: I have been taking melatonin every night for a while now, but recently read that this is not a good option. Are there any other natural, or over-the-counter sleep aids that are safe and effective long-term?

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Answered by Dr. salah saad shoman (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Antihistaminic sleeping aid

Detailed Answer:
Dear Ms,

I have gone through your question and I understand your concerns ,

I would recommend that you try an antihistaminic sleeping aid such as doxylamine ( Kirkland sleeping aid) which is the strongest antihistaminic sleeping aid available as otc. Antihistaminic sleeping aid are generally safe and have no expected side effects even on long term use. it should be taken once daily before going to bed by 30-60 minutes .

I hope you find this helpful.
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Suggest Alternative Sleeping Aid In Place Of Melatonin

Brief Answer: Antihistaminic sleeping aid Detailed Answer: Dear Ms, I have gone through your question and I understand your concerns , I would recommend that you try an antihistaminic sleeping aid such as doxylamine ( Kirkland sleeping aid) which is the strongest antihistaminic sleeping aid available as otc. Antihistaminic sleeping aid are generally safe and have no expected side effects even on long term use. it should be taken once daily before going to bed by 30-60 minutes . I hope you find this helpful. if you don't have any other clarifications then please close the discussion .