Antidepressant medications are used to treat a variety of conditions, including depression and other mental/mood disorders. These medications can help prevent suicidal thoughts/attempts and provide other important benefits. However, studies have shown that a small number of people (especially people younger than 25) who take antidepressants for any condition may experience worsening depression, other...
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ADHD medications are stimulants and although they calm individuals with ADHD, one of the side effects is trouble sleeping. But ADHD itself... Read more »
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So how are we this week? Me? I am up and downy. I have had great news this week. Got a call first thing in the morning on... Read more »
Two new drugs, one already on the market, and a second still in the testing stage, may be the answer. The drug, Rozerem, (Ramelteon)was... Read more »
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Luvox for use in adults with social anxiety disorder and obsessive compulsive disorder. The... Read more »
Researchers say they are close to finding a sleep medicine that eases a person into a restful night sleep and wakes them up refreshed. Several new... Read more »
Transcept Pharmaceuticals, Inc. has submitted an application to the Food and Drug Administration for a new prescription sleep medication for people... Read more »
One acid reflux sufferer was unable to find an explanation for his nightly pain until he learned that the sleep medication Ambien could contribute to... Read more »
An experimental sleep medication helped elderly patients sleep longer in recent clinical studies, according to the drug's manufacturer, Evotec AG.... Read more »