Need sleep help

UNISOM (doxylamine succinate) is also an antihistamine without the next day sedating effect. Also good for allergies. Generally safe. You may want to consult your PCP for your options.

Trazadone, Lunesta, and Ambien all require prescriptions.
Also may want to Check ur vitamin levels.

I second doxylamine. It used to be the antihistamine in NyQuil (may still be).

Simply Sleep is what is in Tylenol PM wo the Tylenol. Its fine, I needed something stronger so I take ambien. Its better to figure out why you can't sleep, hormones or (other problems like mania) so you can treat THAT.

Research isochronic tones.  helps pain and relaxes you at same time!

I've worked an overnight shift for years now, and most of my co-workers swear by melatonin. I personally haven't had any problems with sleep (I'm naturally a night owl and all my life have only needed 4-6 hours of sleep), but the majority of the people I work with really struggle to get in enough sleep during the day. Melatonin is by far the drug of choice here on the hotline!

I'm wondering if you might be depressed? The sleep pattern you're describing is a common symptom of depression, and most people living with chronic pain also suffer from depression (this I know first hand). A good antidepressant might help more than a sleep aid if that's the case. I've found both Lexapro and Cymbalta have worked very well over the years for me.

There's also a lot of research out there that I'm sure you've found regarding sleep hygiene and routines. They do help. Good luck to you!

I use Lunesta, but I cut my pills in 1/2.  It is just enough to get me to drop off to sleep easily, and I don't usually have trouble staying asleep - and I have no hangover when I wake up.

A snort of port plus 1/2 Lunesta puts me to sleep within 20 min - if I take the pill, sip the wine (and I do mean a snort - maybe an ounce or two), and wait about 20 min before laying down, I am asleep within 2-3 min - it is a very pleasant way to go to sleep, without the tossing and turning and anxiety that you AREN'T going to be able to fall asleep again (which is a self-fulfilling prophesy).

Thanks, everyone! I'm going to give the melatonin a try, and research more into the isotonic tones.

Last night, after asking this question, I slept like a well-fed baby. (*grin*)

I hope with the coming of spring, longer days, etc., I'll just naturally be getting more exercise (I've worked my ass off today, digging wildflowers!) and will sleep better. Strangely enough, I seem to always sleep better during the summer months.

ambien and lunesta worked for me. I don't use anything anymore....sometimes just clearning your head before you try to get some sleep is all you need.

Scott