Sleep Aids
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Understanding Sleep Issues — Your GP's Guide
Sleep aids help with short-term insomnia and sleep difficulties linked to jet lag, shift work or anxiety. The NHS recommends non-drug approaches first, with medicines used short-term and under supervision.
A Doctor's Guide to Sleep Aids
Finding the Right Treatment for Insomnia and Sleep Disturbances
Overview
Occasional sleep problems are normal. Insomnia becomes a concern when it happens most nights and affects daily functioning.
When to seek medical advice
See a GP for persistent insomnia, loud snoring with daytime sleepiness (possible sleep apnoea) or if sleep issues follow bereavement, stress or mental health changes.
Available treatments
Over-the-counter options include sedating antihistamines (Nytol, Phenergan) and herbal products (valerian). Prescription options include short-term zopiclone, zolpidem and prolonged-release melatonin for adults over 55. CBT for insomnia is the most effective long-term treatment.
What to expect
Sedating medicines work the same night but should be used for the shortest time possible. CBT-I takes a few weeks but gives longer-lasting benefit.
Self-care
Keep consistent sleep and wake times, limit caffeine and alcohol, wind down without screens, keep the bedroom cool and dark, and use the bed only for sleep and intimacy.