My PCP here in TV suggested that I try "Aletril". It is an over the counter sleep aid that contains:
1. Valerian
2. Melatonin
3. L Tryptophan (the chemical in Turkey that is credited with the mandatory Thanksgiving Day nap)
It has helped me decrease the amount of prescription sleep meds that I require. She told me that some of her patients have been able to get off of Ambien by using it. I have not had that much success thus far, but decreasing any Rx sleep meds is a plus as far as I am concerned.
I know I have the typical age/hormone related sleep problems, but I also as a RN, I worked 12 hr night shifts for 30 yrs. Soooo.....I may never be able to have a normal sleep pattern.
If i could go to bed at 3 am and get up a 10 am, I would be just fine. Unfortunately, my husband doesn't really like that schedule. Normal sleep is a constant challenge for me.
Last edited by dotti105; 01-28-2018 at 08:59 PM.
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