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Question: i have trouble falling asleep. what would you recommend? I Am a bit leery about taking sleeping pills.
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question.
There are many safe nonaddictive sleep aids. I recommend over the counter Melatonin, starting with 3 mg and going up to as high as 10 mg nightly until effective. Another option is Diphenhydramine, 25 mg to 50 mg a night. These are both over the counter and safe.
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Consultation
Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question.
There are many safe nonaddictive sleep aids. I recommend over the counter Melatonin, starting with 3 mg and going up to as high as 10 mg nightly until effective. Another option is Diphenhydramine, 25 mg to 50 mg a night. These are both over the counter and safe.
Please remember to rate and close this answer thread when you are finished and satisfied.
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