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Insomnia Medications



Pharmacological therapy to treat insomnia may include over-the-counter sleep medications, antidepressants with sedative effects, benzodiazepines, and newer medicines (e.g., non-benzodiazepines). Some insomnia medications are used for a short period of time and some medications are indicated for longer use.


Over-the-counter sleep medications

Over-the-counter (OTC) sleep aids usually contain antihistamines, which are associated with drowsiness. Unfortunat...Read the full article