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Suggest Treatment For Insomnia
Hi, my sister aged 39, living in Bangalore has been suffering from severe insomnia for the past month. As a result of which she has become extremely anxious & depressed. A doctor prescribed zolfresh 10mg which does help her sleep but with severe drowsiness next morning. Also she is very worried that she will get addicted to it. Pls advice
Thu, 12 Nov 2015
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We understand your concerns
I went through your details. Insomnia is lack of sound sleep. The patient feels the sleep is not refreshing or relaxing. Emotional issues such as stress, anxiety, and depression cause about half of all insomnia cases. But your daytime habits, bedtime routine, and physical health can also play a major role. Psychological problems that can cause insomnia include depression, chronic stress, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and trauma. Medical problems that can cause insomnia include asthma, allergies, Parkinson’s disease, hyperthyroidism, acid reflux, kidney disease, cancer, and chronic pain. Common medications such as antidepressants, cold and flu medications that contain alcohol, pain relievers that contain caffeine (Midol, Excedrin), diuretics, corticosteroids, thyroid hormone, and high blood pressure medications can also interfere with your sleep.
Zolfresh is a sedative-hypnotic, prescribed for insomnia. The doctor who prescribed the medication must have investigated the case and he knows the treatment reasons. Because of the many reasons involved, insomnia should be treated by an expert. Please work with the doctor who treats your sister.
If you require more of my help in this aspect, please use this URL. http://goo.gl/aYW2pR. Make sure that you include every minute detail possible.
Hope this answers your query. Further clarifications are welcome.
Good luck. Take care.
Welcome to HCM
We understand your concerns
I went through your details. Insomnia is lack of sound sleep. The patient feels the sleep is not refreshing or relaxing. Emotional issues such as stress, anxiety, and depression cause about half of all insomnia cases. But your daytime habits, bedtime routine, and physical health can also play a major role. Psychological problems that can cause insomnia include depression, chronic stress, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and trauma. Medical problems that can cause insomnia include asthma, allergies, Parkinson’s disease, hyperthyroidism, acid reflux, kidney disease, cancer, and chronic pain. Common medications such as antidepressants, cold and flu medications that contain alcohol, pain relievers that contain caffeine (Midol, Excedrin), diuretics, corticosteroids, thyroid hormone, and high blood pressure medications can also interfere with your sleep.
Zolfresh is a sedative-hypnotic, prescribed for insomnia. The doctor who prescribed the medication must have investigated the case and he knows the treatment reasons. Because of the many reasons involved, insomnia should be treated by an expert. Please work with the doctor who treats your sister.
If you require more of my help in this aspect, please use this URL. http://goo.gl/aYW2pR. Make sure that you include every minute detail possible.
Hope this answers your query. Further clarifications are welcome.
Good luck. Take care.
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