Sedative sleeping pills are addictive, and improper use can easily lead to abuse and social harm. Therefore, the Food and Drug Administration has listed it as a "controlled drug" to strengthen management. Sedative sleeping pills mostly belong to the third and fourth categories of controlled drugs. If it is not obtained with a doctor's prescription or sold by itself, it may violate the Regulations on the Prevention and Control of Drug Hazards. If people lose sleep, it will not be worth the loss. It is suggested that if they really have sleep problems, it is the most reassuring choice to go to the nearest hospital for treatment!
In addition, many people are afraid to use sedative sleeping pills for fear of side effects. In fact, it is safe and reliable to use drugs correctly according to the doctor's advice. If there is insomnia, the doctor will choose the appropriate type of medicine according to the different symptoms of insomnia!
Understand the drugs related to insomnia.
● Antihistamines: The first generation of antihistamines have great lethargy side effects, and are often used for short-term insomnia patients or occasionally for younger insomnia children, especially those with * * * * characteristic diseases (such as cold and runny nose symptoms at the same time); Many over-the-counter drugs in the market contain such ingredients, such as comprehensive cold medicine, and its side effects include delirium, dry mouth, blurred vision, urinary retention, constipation and elevated intraocular pressure. Short-term use of these drugs can alleviate the trouble of falling asleep, but it is not recommended to buy them for long-term routine use. If the symptoms do not improve after taking it for a period of time, you should stop taking the medicine immediately and see a doctor.
● Melatonin: Studies have shown that melatonin can promote sleep. The FDA of the United States is in charge of food, while Taiwan Province Province is still in charge of drugs, and has not approved any drugs or health foods containing melatonin. If people buy from abroad for their own use, they should pay attention to abide by the relevant regulations and avoid products from unknown sources. At present, melatonin "receptor agonist" has been approved to be listed in Taiwan Province Province, which can treat insomnia and difficulty in falling asleep, and needs to be used by doctors at their own expense.
● Antidepressants and antipsychotics: They should only be used for insomnia with emotional problems. Because of its potential side effects, it is not recommended for insomnia patients without mental illness.