Insomnia Articles A-Z
Sonata Warnings and Precautions
Sonata works quickly, so it should be taken immediately before bedtime. This eMedTV resource offers other Sonata warnings and precautions, including a list of potential side effects that may occur, such as drowsiness, hallucinations, or depression.
If you abruptly stop using Sonata, withdrawal symptoms (such as rebound insomnia) may occur. This eMedTV Web page lists other possible Sonata withdrawal symptoms and explains how your doctor may choose to slowly wean you off Sonata.
Sonata is a medicine that is prescribed to treat insomnia in adults with problems falling asleep. This eMedTV article offers a general overview of Sonata and its uses, effects, and possible side effects. Sonnata is a common misspelling of Sonata.
Lunesta can cause CNS depression, which may lead to serious problems or even death. This eMedTV page discusses suicide by Lunesta, explaining the possible effects of CNS depression and offering suggestions for those who have suicidal thoughts.
Tryptophan is an amino acid that is obtained through dietary means. This eMedTV page discusses what to tell your doctor before using tryptophan supplements and explains why they may not be safe. Triptifan is a common misspelling of tryptophan.
Tryptophan is an amino acid that may help treat depression, PMS, and PMDD. This eMedTV Web page discusses the benefits of tryptophan and describes some of the possible side effects of this supplement. Triptophan is a common misspelling of tryptophan.
Tryptophan is an essential amino acid that must be obtained through dietary means. This selection from the eMedTV Web site discusses how tryptophan works and offers more information on its effectiveness, safety concerns, and potential side effects.
It is currently not known whether it is safe to breastfeed while taking tryptophan (L-tryptophan). This eMedTV page offers information on tryptophan and breastfeeding, and explains why women are typically advised to avoid tryptophan while nursing.
Pregnant women are advised to avoid tryptophan (L-tryptophan) products due to potential safety concerns. This eMedTV page offers more information on tryptophan and pregnancy, explaining the complications that this supplement may cause in the fetus.
This eMedTV page explains that there is no established tryptophan dosage that is considered safe and effective. This page also discusses how it may not be safe to take any dose of tryptophan and offers tips on finding a reputable tryptophan product.
Tryptophan can interact with several medications, such as antidepressants, MAOIs, and triptans. This eMedTV resource lists other medicines that can interact with tryptophan and describes the problems that these tryptophan drug interactions may cause.
As this eMedTV segment explains, the effects of a tryptophan overdose will depend on how much was taken and whether it was taken with other substances. This article also describes possible symptoms of a tryptophan overdose and treatment options.
There are some tryptophan side effects that can be quite serious and require immediate medical attention. This eMedTV page describes these serious side effects to watch out for and also lists some of the less serious side effects of the supplement.
Tryptophan Supplement Information
This eMedTV Web page discusses the supplement tryptophan. Information includes whether it works (and for what), if it is safe, dosing, side effects, drug interactions, and warnings.
As this eMedTV article explains, insomnia comes in many forms, including acute (short-term), transient (comes and goes), and chronic (long-term). This page talks about the different types of insomnia and their possible causes.
Valerian supplements are often used to help treat insomnia. This eMedTV page explains how valerian supposedly works and also discusses what to tell your doctor before using this herbal supplement. Valarian is a common misspelling of valerian.
Valerian is a supplement that is often used to treat insomnia. This selection from the eMedTV Web site provides an overview of this herbal supplement, including information on how it works, possible side effects, and potential safety concerns.
Women are typically advised to avoid valerian while breastfeeding. This eMedTV Web page explains why valerian and breastfeeding may not be a safe combination. This article also discusses why natural products are not always safe.
No studies have been done on valerian and pregnancy, so it is not known if it is safe to take when pregnant. This eMedTV page explains why valerian may not be safe, even though it is a "natural" herb. This page also covers what to tell your doctor.
Because there is no standard valerian dosage, dosing guidelines can be obtained from clinical studies. This eMedTV page explains that valerian doses of 300 to 900 mg may be recommended for treating insomnia. This page also offers some dosing tips.
Alcohol, antidepressants, and narcotics may cause drug interactions with valerian. This eMedTV page lists other medicines that may cause valerian drug interactions and describes how some of these interactions can increase your risk of side effects.
Valerian extract is thought to help with a number of conditions, including insomnia. This eMedTV Web segment looks at the herb, including it possible side effects, whether it works, and if it is safe.
It is possible to take too much valerian. This portion of the eMedTV library explains that a valerian overdose may cause stomach cramps, tightness of the chest, or lightheadedness. It also discusses the possible treatment options that are available.
Valerian may cause liver damage and can interact with several other medicines. This selection from the eMedTV Web site takes an in-depth look at valerian safety concerns, including warnings and precautions to be aware of before taking the supplement.
Potential side effects of valerian include headaches, upset stomach, and morning drowsiness. This eMedTV Web article lists other valerian side effects that could occur and explains which problems you should report to your doctor right away.
Valerian supplements may be useful in treating insomnia. This portion of the eMedTV Web site offers a brief overview of valerian, including information on how the herb works and possible side effects. Valerin is a common misspelling of valerian.
As this eMedTV article explains, estazolam is used primarily as a short-term treatment for insomnia. This page also explains how the drug works by affecting certain brain chemicals and describes the effects that estazolam can have on the body.