Sleep Medicines
Sleep medicines are drugs used to treat sleep disorders such as insomnia and excessive daytime sleepiness. These medications work by affecting certain chemicals in the brain that regulate sleep and wakefulness. Commonly prescribed sleep medicines include benzodiazepines, non-benzodiazepines, serotonin-reuptake inhibitors, and antihistamines. Sleep medicines can help people with sleep disorders get the restful sleep they need for improved physical and mental health. These drugs can be taken for a short period of time or long-term depending on the type of sleep disorder and its severity. It is important to speak to a healthcare provider before taking any sleep medicines as they can have side effects and should be monitored closely.
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