Are Sleeping Pills Harmful

Sleeping Pills A sleeping pill may be effective at

ending your sleep problems short-term. But it's important to make sure you understand everything you need to know about sleeping pills. That includes knowing about sleeping pill side effects. When you do, you can avoid misusing these sedatives.

Are there are different types of Sleeping Tablets

Antihistamines: These medicines are commonly used to treat allergies such as hay fever. However, drowsiness is a side-effect of some antihistamines - for example, promethazine.

Melatonin: Melatonin is, strictly speaking, not a 'sleeping tablet'. Melatonin is a naturally occurring hormone made by the body. The level of melatonin in the body varies throughout the day.

Benzodiazepines and Z drugs : Benzodiazepines and Z drugs are sometimes used as sleeping tablets. Benzodiazepines include temazepam, loprazolam, lormetazepam, and nitrazepam. They are only available on prescription.

Side Effects of Sleeping Pills Common side effects of prescription sleeping pills such as

Lunesta, Sonata, Ambien, Rozerem, and Halcion may include: Burning or tingling in the hands, arms, feet, or legs Changes in appetite Constipation Diarrhea Difficulty keeping balance Dizziness Drowsiness Dry mouth or throat

Serious risks of Sleeping Pills

Sedative-hypnotic drug products (benzodiazepines and non-benzodiazepines) can cause severe allergic reaction, facial swelling, memory lapses, hallucinations, suicidal thoughts or actions, and complex sleep-related behaviors like sleep-walking, sleep-driving (driving while not fully awake, with no memory of the event) and sleep-eating (eating in the middle of the night with no recollection, often resulting in weight-gain).