Wednesday, November, 11, 2009
Xanax And Insomnia
October 03, 2008
Researchers have found that a significant number of elderly
patients prescribed a sleeping med for short-term insomnia during a
hospital stay are still taking them six months later. Valium and
Xanax are often prescribed as sleep aids and can have dangerous
side effects, particularly when combined with other meds. Doctors
say communication between hospital and family doctors is needed to
fix the problem.
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Expert & Community Posts
By Michael Rack, MD
,
Health Expert
I previously posted about the diagnosis of insomnia, the difference between primary and...
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By Florence Cardinal
,
Health Expert
...used to treat disorders that keep you awake, like insomnia. Herbal remedies are also used as...
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By Eileen Bailey
,
Health Expert
...benzodiazepines. These are depressant medications used to treat insomnia, seizure disorders,...
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Health Guide
...necessary. There are two types of sleep modifiers: Benzodiazepines like Restoril can be used to treat
insomnia. The biggest concern about using benzodiazepines is their...
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...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...
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...the central nervous system becomes overexcited. Common symptoms include:AnxietyIrritabilityAgitation
InsomniaAdditional symptoms may include:Extremely aggressive behaviorFeverRapid heartbeatChanges...
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...antidepressants that has a positive effect on sleep efficiency, which may particularly benefit patients with
insomnia. The drug may cause an abrupt drop in blood pressure after standing up...
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...value in headache is limited.Side effects may include nausea, gastrointestinal problems, agitation,
insomnia, mild tremor, impulsivity, temporary weight gain or loss, and sexual dysfunction. Death...
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