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What Causes Difficulty In Sleeping While On Tizanidine?
Question: I had L1-L4 Laminectomy 8 weeks ago by a Neurosurgeon. Surgery was very successful. Sciatica pain completely gone. I was put on Hydrocodone/acetaminophen 7.5/3.25and Tizanidine 4mg every 6 to 8 hours. I am no longer on Tizanidine. I have cut down to 1 tablet daily of Hydrocodone/acetaminophen. I have trouble getting to sleep and have since 2 weeks after the surgery. I have cut out the Hydrocodone/acetaminophen completely as of last nite. Why can't I get to sleep? Any suggestions?
Brief Answer:
Dependency
Detailed Answer:
Hi there
It is possible that you have gotten dependent on the Hydrocodone. It could take a while to wear off, in a few days. Stress can reduce the chance of falling asleep quickly.
Meanwhile, you can try the following
You can try eating carbohydrate rich diet at night, avoid caffeine, colas, alcohol in the evening. Reading a book before sleeping in need helps to attain sleep faster.
Dependency
Detailed Answer:
Hi there
It is possible that you have gotten dependent on the Hydrocodone. It could take a while to wear off, in a few days. Stress can reduce the chance of falling asleep quickly.
Meanwhile, you can try the following
You can try eating carbohydrate rich diet at night, avoid caffeine, colas, alcohol in the evening. Reading a book before sleeping in need helps to attain sleep faster.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Prasad
So it could take a few days to get over the Hydrocodone? Since I am an Insulin Dependent Diabetic I cannot eat a lot of carbs at night. I will try reading. Should I ask for some kind of a sleeping pill when I go to my primary care doctor? Did a lot of physical gardening activity today, so I should be really tired tonight. Thank you for your response.
Brief Answer:
Stress as a cause
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for the reply.
It is better to avoid any sort of sleeping pills as toy can get hooked on to them too.
Do try various methods to feel tired enough to sleep. They will fare better in the long run.
Stress as a cause
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for the reply.
It is better to avoid any sort of sleeping pills as toy can get hooked on to them too.
Do try various methods to feel tired enough to sleep. They will fare better in the long run.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Yogesh D
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