Herbs Containing Melatonin
Health Encyclopedia: Insomnia Medications
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According to a major 2003 survey, about 20% of American older adults use some form of sleep aid, including prescription or over-the-counter drugs, or alcohol. Furthermore, 15% use such aids every night.
It should be stressed that only behavioral or psychologic techniques can actually cure insomnia, whereas prolonged use of sleeping pills can only result in dependency.
In general, the following precautions are important:
- Start with non-prescription medication.
- Drugs used specifically for i...
Expert & Community Posts
Natural Remedies or Prescription PIlls?
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Melatonin for Insomnia
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Melatonin Therapy for Fibromyalgia
By Karen Lee Richards , Health Expert...Current Pain and Headache Reports discusses the use of melatonin as a treatment for... Read more »
Melatonin - The Natural Sleeping Pill
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Study Highlights Influence of Light Levels and Melatonin for Alzheimer's
By Christine Kennard , Health Expert...very sensitive to both light levels and the hormone melatonin. A study out this month... Read more »
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