In my opinion sleep deprivation can hurt you more than any short term use of a benzo could. Sleep deprivation can literally make some people kill themselves and feel so sad anxious and psychotic. Dependence may be better than the sleep deprivation.
I have suffered from insomnia for most of my life, I’m ADHD, 60 years old and have been off ambian for 1.5 years now, after 22 years of taking it daily. Not easy to get off , I was having severe memory loss, And took myself off! For some reason that upset one of the Dr. Who prescribed it for me. Then after going off I had Restless Legs syndrome for three months after. Our Dr seem to not understand insomnia, which ADHD or know how to treat it. This is helpful. Thank you so much.
I know that the insomnia is one of the worst elements of my depression. My doctor eventually prescribed Mirtazapine and I found that not only did it help during the day it knocked me out for eight hours of deep sleep at bedtime. I think that the sleep helped me more than anything. Waking up feeling rested instead of exhausted can only be how it should be, surely? Now I do a lot of the things you say. Cool, pitch black bedroom. Heavy sheets and blankets. Getting up and getting busy on my days off work instead of staying in bed. Finally, lots of exercise, water and a cleaner diet. No stimulants such as coffee or Internet before bed. All these help me sleep properly and at one point in my life I thought I'd never be able to sleep properly. Thanks, Doug!
@@DouglasBloch Thank you. My Healing from Depression arrived today. It's very comprehensive! There's a lot to it. I'm very much looking forward to reading it and learning from it in the next few weeks. Thanks again!
@@jasonm9825 I'm currently alternating 15mg every other day with the occasional two day stretch between doses. A couple of times each week I will break one in half and take 7.5mg. This is in an effort to get me off them. I've slowly ramped myself down to this over a period of time. I plan, with advice from my GP, to increase the gap between doses and with a lower dose itself. Eventually I will be taking 7.5mg every few days until I take none at all. During a bad period last year I was on 45mg each day. A couple of years ago I was on 60mg a day. I find this drug helps during the worst times of my depression. It makes me sleep, I wake up refreshed and my mood is elevated during the waking hours. When I say elevated I mean that the edge is taken off. They don't actually make you happy! They help you to cope. I have not experienced any detrimental effects in taking them but only benefits. I tried Cipramil a number of years ago but found they made my depression worse, kept me awake and wired and were generally nasty. Other people have experienced good results on Cipramil so it just goes to show that what works for one might not work for another person. My goal is zero medication but other methods to cope with my depression. Good luck!
@@veritasvincit2745 excellent reply. Thank you! I've been prescribed 15mg a day but was considering taking double of that to see what difference it makes. I'm new to it so there's that, maybe I should take it easy as per your experience. Tough one...
This video really gave me some hope. I think the fact that YOU have actually taken some of these medications and have suffered from Insomnia can really provide comfort to those freaking out about there lack of sleep. Great video!
I’ve suffered with insomnia for many years and Ambien 10mg stopped working for me so my phych dr increased it to 20 mg, (2 10 mg,) but then he stoped prescribing it because after a cpl of years it wasn’t working very well. I researched non-stop because I was so exhausted and desperate and came across very interesting information so I gave it a shot. It says most people who suffer w this are usually not getting enough oxygen to the brain and they did a study on how nitric oxide helped get the blood supply to the brain. So of course I had to try it and I was in awe when I started this. I purchased it at a local health store that sells all kinds of vitamins and supplements. It works!! I’m so glad I came across this article. Best of luck to you.
Great video. You categorized the medication and I understand why my doctors prescribed them. It is 2am a d I'm on youtube. I have dealt with insomnia since I got out of the millitary in 2001. Thank you very much.
Hello Douglas, hello everyone. After TMS, 6 months of Venlafaxine, along with various complements such as Lyrica, Ritalin, I am feeling I really lost the battle. I am a single mom of 2 young children, living in Belgium for 18 years, and all my family back in Brazil, far away from me. Friends are very volatile, sometimes reliable, sometimes apathic, as they've got their own issues already. We are midst of a self-centered times, where no one cares but for their own sake. In Brazil we got a more empathetic attitude towards one another, and we are not afraid to intervene, to help, to literally stand at each others door uninvited, yet always welcome. This is miss so much. I cannot return to my home country because my both children's dads are Belgians and they are never willing to let me move back to Brazil. At the same time, I'm already a Belgian citizen since long. I am out of work for 4 months on sickness, as I'm totally unable to handle household, children and fulltime work with 3 to 4 hours daily comute. I feel I gotta give it all up. My name is Catia and I Live in Landen, Belgium. I'm 38 years old. Please pray for me. Please. God bless you all.
Three members of my family, including myself. I also went to rehab. I am bipolar, and have serious insomnia. I take ambien, and am grateful for this medication. I feel great during the day. Once I am asleep, I stay asleep for 8 hours.
AW Douglas! I love watching videos before bed! :D haha! I take benedryl and klonopin before bed, and after trying to get off of them and not sleeping for a week, I went back on them just so I could get my head back on straight, it was TERRIBLE experience. My sleep coach also told me to get a RED alarm clock, not blue, green, or any other color, because red doesn't trigger your brain to stop making melatonin, the "sleepy stuff" that your brain uses. He said if I had a blue/green/white alarm clock, it would trigger my brain to stop making melatonin to help me sleep, it was a very interesting 1 day class (4 hours) I took on sleep hygiene! Also, turn your alarm clock away from you so you don't look at it every time you wake up, it adds to the "anxiety" of not sleeping properly, and NO electronics in the bedroom except the "red alarm clock facing the wall and not towards me" Hopefully more helpful information for us insomniacs out there! SLEEP WELL EVERYONE :)
Not getting sleep is more harmful than some sleeping medication. I’d rather take my Xanax than not be able to sleep, hope to find something that would last longer in the benzodiazepines. Xanax is great for anxiety it helps very fast and is the best for myself personally speaking.
I’m low on my trazodone but recently have built up a tolerance…need to suggest to my doctor a better meds…i have a 2 yr old and can’t afford to miss sleep.
I have tinnitus also. Literally everybody will at some point habituate to their tinnitus. It wont go away but you'll learn to sleep and feel happy again. Dont worry. Look up tinnitus and habituation. Itll help you tremendously. I have health anxiety and the thought of it never going away scared me to death. I made it though. I made it through and so can you.
Ever Since I started adulthood, I couldn`t sleep well. I began this sleep program *4InsomniaCure. Com* 1 week ago and found good improvements in my sleep. I slept for 8 hours last night, for the first time in ages. This program`s simply wonderful. I read about the causes of insomnia and various ways to cure it. So you could select what works for you.?
@@TheHondarider35924 is right. I also have moderate tinnitus in one ear and at first it was bothering me a lot. After a while your brain gets used to it. It learns to ignore it but it doesn't mean you'll be back to normal. I still miss the days I could go to sleep in total silence because now I need to listen to something until I pass out and I'm trying different sleep medicines.
I used zolpidem for 24 years. Weaned myself off, perhaps a bit too fast. It is one year later and I still battle severe insomnia. I rotate melatonin with antihistamine, doesn't always help. I've had torturous nights. Calming music etc. But not once have I had a decent nights sleep. Will never use a benzo. I'm frustrated, depressed and really not doing well. Antidepressants make me gain weight. I'm at a loss..
You might want to talk with your prescriber about another option, very small doses of some antidepressants can really help a person sleep. You might also want to evaluated at a sleep clinic
I was prescribed klonapin for severe anxiety with panic attacks, and doxepin for sleep. Got them yesterday, haven’t needed to take a klonapin yet, but I did take a doxepin last night, it seemed like it made my brain quiet so I could really focus on sleep. I did take an ambien a few nights ago and I was OUT in 25 minutes after taking it.
@@DouglasBloch took me 3 three months on klonopin when I had my tbi too get off it but my buddy that went too prison said you have too run and work out that's what prison doctor prescribed for drug withdrawal I was off in 3 months I was getting addicted with in 3 weeks I was taking 3 a day
Lunesta is a great support for restful sleep. Puts you to sleep & keeps you asleep. I have issues with both falling & staying asleep so this one worked out perfect for me & it has changed my life for the better.
I had horrible insomnia for Nine months, the only way I could sleep was by taking medications. Finally my physician recommended this sleep plan *4InsomniaCure. Com* After Five weeks, I attained the best sleep of my life. I cannot advise it enough, especially for long term insomniacs. My sleeping has drastically improved!?
I had massive withdrawal symptoms stopping amitriptyline , which lasted a year. Antidepressants are totally addictive and habit forming don't let anyone tell you otherwise. I'm not saying they can't be helpful, but they are addictive and habit forming, and most people have severe cessation withdrawal.
You are correct. Sometimes benzodiazepines are used for sleep, although some psychiatrists do not like to prescribe them because they are habit forming and people develop tolerance. It seems like the medication is working for you
Any updates? I just got prescribed 1mg for sleep. I was a bad alcoholic for years and want to reset my sleeping patterns. Do you think I'll be alright on occasion to take this
Hello Douglas,I've been prescribed Amitryptiline and it is the only drug that works for me,however it works when I use doses that are associated with high heart rate.What's your experience with that?Did you get as well and if it happened,is it sonething to be concerned about?Looking forward to your reply
I only take 10 mg of amitriptyline at night, so I don't have any side effects. If your heart rate has increased you should definitely talk to your Doctor who prescribed the medication. There are two other medications call Remeron and trazodone which also can be effective for sleep. They are not habit-forming. You can ask about those
Hi Douglas, did you say you have taken trazadone for 15 yrs for sleep? And it has worked fine the entire time? I'm thinking of taking a sleep med for long term.
there's one more class of medicines which were used for insomnia which are addictive and can also prove fatal in withdrawal, not mentioned here, and they are the Barbiturates, very common in the 50s and 60s but were replaced by the Benzodiazepines because Barbiturates are lethal at doses not too much greater than the therapeutic dose. I would say the most sedating medication of the Tricyclic Antidepressant class discussed here is definitely Amitriptyline, followed by Dosulepin, then probably Doxepin but they aren't pleasant but will help sleep. Amitriptyline is a very long acting drug too. I'm on 75mg
@@MariaReyes-jp4lb one or the other really, although if you take two drugs of the same class, you're more likely to experience side effects like sedation
Great video Sir Thanks for a wonderful video Im on a taper from Klonopin, down to .37mg . keep a good routine but have some insomnia from withdraw. My Dr suggested trying seraquel 50mg for sleep. Any experience on thoughts for that med for sleep. Im 51 Thank you Michael
I've had insomnia way before I got diagnosed with a severe deep depression disorder when I was 8. I was born with Insomnia and as i got older, the Insomnia got worse. By age 13 my brain could not send itself to be unconscious. I only manage falling asleep for horrific sleep, jumbles me, scares me, deprives any remaining energy in me, and only when im sick in certain ways. Otherwise i need the amount of drugs that i when bored went to compare the average sedation to date rape drugs, my medications were over 3 times more potent than average date rape drugs. Pretty sure my depression happened because of my insomnia that is clearly supported by the design of my brain :/
I love this guy haha. These videos are just dandy, you remind me of a medication version of “grand illusions” no clue why, maybe it’s the welcoming, peaceful demeanour.
@@DouglasBloch Its a youtube channel of a british gentleman who does wonderful toy videos, I know its a completely different subject. Both of you are just nice to watch, in a very certain way i cant exactly put my finger on rn
@@DouglasBloch hello, update. I was prescribe cyroquil which is supposed to be paired with this anti depressant and it works wonders. My sleep is right so I can get other things in order aswell. Good outcomes from good information. Many blessings to mr bloch
helo. i have a technical question: what camera do you use for filming? it looks good and also especially when you're outside with nature background it looks good.
My videographer is using two cameras. One is the Canon 5D Mark III. The other is the Canon EOSR. They are full frame cameras used with manual focus and manual settings.
is there any medication someone can think of i have had a past with addiction so i like to try and avoid any benzos as possible but benadryl doesnt do the trick so im basically stuck
You would need to see your doctor. Lunesta generic is very good and you can stop without any bad withdrawal. But if you have real long term insomnia I suggest seeing a medication psychiatrist that specializes in medication management and treatment diagnosis of your issues. It will be life saver if you do. If you have addiction problems please seek a medication management psychiatrist that will help get you diagnosed for the right meds for depression and traumas. God bless.
I`ve been an insomnia person for several years. Immediately after using this sleep plan *4InsomniaCure. Com* for a week, I was able to gain 8 hours of sleep every night. The health of my sleeping pattern has urged me to quit utilizing the plan. My sleep problems has lastly disappeared thanks to this program.. .
My doctor prescribed Trazodone for my insomnia and anxiety many years ago, and I stop using them because stop working and I was constantly increasing the dose. Recently I started taking them again because of a death in my family. I took 25 mg for a week and stop. I never felt worse in my life. The insomnia got worse and then three days later I decided to take it again, but in a reduced dose (10mg) for anorher week, that helped with the withdrawal symptoms (symptoms like flu, Itchiness, restless leg sindrome, insomnia, bad memory, irritation, etc) and them I stop for good. Now I can't have a restful sleep, no deep sleep for me... Can't work properly, don't remember anything and my irritation levels are through the roof. So for me Trazodone DOES have severe withdrawal symptoms. P. S- in my country doctors in the national health system don't care about withdrawal symptoms and do not monitor the weaning of the drugs, according to many of them you can stay on the medication for the rest of your life...
Dear Douglas B loch, i have a joke for u and a question. Im hospitalized right now w chronic refract ocd. 50 years of no relief from 120 mgs per day for 30 years prozac...bedridden...suicidal thoughts...constant vommitting, diarreah..no relief from erp act cbt mindfulness practice 4 hours per day under 2 top specialist on ocd brd and about 15 other specialists over 50 years. In your opinion do you think another ssri would give me any relief since prozac, combined with risperdal, rexulti, chloezapam...give me zero relief whatsoever, nada...like taking a placebo...please bear in mind i have been on 120 mgs prozac daily for 30 years. Just like i was on a placebo. Maybe do you think zoloft or paxil will be helpful, or hard to say without trying. I dont know why psychiatrists keep prescribing pme prozac for years and years when i keep telling them its not helpful. Just curious Joke...on a lighter note... A fellow goes to a psychiatrist and the doctor asks him...so what seems to be the concern. The patient frantically responds: "I'M A WIGWAM!! IM A TEEPEE!!" IM A WIGWAM IM A TEEPEE!! (Even more are frantic and Panicked he yells out: IM A WIGWAM IM A TEEPEE!! IM A WIGWAM IMA TEEPEE!! IM A WIGWAM IM A TEEPEE!! The psychiatrist responds in a calm demeanor: "Relax... Your two tents(tense)"
I can't comment on the medication you are on. I do know, however, that the antidepressant Luvox has been approved for helping with obsessive disorders and has helped some of my group members, Talk to your doctor about it. There is also a good self-help book for OCD called Brain Lock by Jeffrey Schwartz. You might want to take a look at it.
@@DouglasBloch Dear Douglas Bloch, thank you so much for the reply. I will talk to my doctor about Luvox. Yes, I read brainlock years ago, and own it along with a whole bookshelf of ocd workbooks ie. I usually spend 4-5 hours daily between that and mindfulness to improve and have for the past 20 years. My suds discomfort remains at 10 with about 30 minutes of panicked sleep per night, bedridden alomost 24 7 and trips to the restroom about every 10 minutes day and night for nausea, vommitting, diarreah. Sorry to be so graphic...after 50 years of this i just pray for heaven, because the obsessions arent in textbooks, and are pure o, and it just feels like i need to keep figuring em out with the intrusive thoughts grief coming in like a freight train with so many layers of guilt and fear. Noone elses prob but mine...the docs keep telling me to hang in there, that im doing great, but they arent the ones vommitting 24 7 and in bed. Take care n god bless Baby steps
I had dreadful insomnia for Nine months, the only method I could sleep was by taking medications. Finally my physician advised this sleep program *4InsomniaCure. Com* I had been sleeping like a baby by week Five. Those who have suffered from insomnia for quite a long time must also try this. My sleep was brought back on track!?
I discovered this sleep program *4InsomniaCure. Com* truly effective. I have endured sleeping disorders all of my like, seriously, since infancy, have utilized various medications, but this plan is the most efficient tool I have found for smashing the cycle of sleeping disorders. I did everything this guideline suggests and sleep better than I ever have.?
My Dr. stopped prescribing Ambien when the Gov't said it is a controlled substance. Wish i still could get it because it was the only thing that actually helped me to sleep.
I’m 55 years old and I’m about to loose my mind over lack of sleep. I took Ambien about 15 years ago and it worked like a charm. I don’t want to take some medication that might have a side effect that might make me sleep. Why don’t they just treat the problem anymore?
Thanks for the advice. I have very bad insomnia and I had an unsuccessful sleep study. I was told I was well rested and needed only 5 hours. I couldn't read and now i fear my insomnia is not real. I couldn't read and lost my appetite which affected my physical health. As a result I don't find it appropriate to take anti anxiety meds mollipaxen as I believe normal to low brainwaves indicate no anxiety. I'm autistic and a literally thinker so things are difficult. If I didn't sleep for much longer I would consider it but where is the evidence? I'm going to hold meeting with counsellor and my gp about best way forward. Tried amitrytapine and it made me feel overestimated and not rested.Trying melatonin first. Night meds once a month does seem like a good idea though.
Anyone else on Trazodone? I'm on 100mg and I'm not to sure if the pros outweigh the cons yet. I need something to help with my constant thinking and anxiety which keeps me from falling asleep. My mind won't shut off and let me feel mentally relaxed enough to sleep. Can anyone relate and tell me what medication cured your insomnia?
I'm not making a recommendation, but I have found an Ambien has helped me. I also find that counting backwards from 100 to 1 as I visualize sheep jumping over a stream on a local beach helps me to fall asleep.
Trazodone doesn't work for me either. Have tried a zillion other medications from different classes and nothing does a thing. I gave up and have started Ambien and Lunesta (rotating). I got sick and tired of feeling sick and tired.
Hello Doctor ! I also suffer my insomia.The pharmacist prescribed me with Quetal XR 50 mgs which is an antipsychotic drug that causes sleep im afraid of the side effects since im not crazy at all i just cant sleep . Should i take it everyday or just when i cant sleep ? Please help me. Thanks !
You don’t look a day over 50 Doug. Really. I know you suffer from anxiety and anxiety is supposed to rapidly increase the aging process but somehow for you it hasn’t and that’s great.
My father remained young looking. Fortunately I have avoided excessive drugs and alcohol and I’ve tried to take care of myself, even when I was depressed
I have been on Seroquel, Gabapentin, Trazodone, Ambien, a variety of Benzos, Mirtazapine, Paxil, Lamictal, Wellbutrin, Abilify, Lithium, Propranolol, and Imovane. My insurance company will not cover TMS Therapy or ECT. My Doctor suggested next course of action would be tricyclics. I will try anything at this point, but I have read several times that these meds only work in the short term for sleep. That is my main problem- sleep. Doug, what are your thoughts on the Amitriptyline? I heard you say you've taken it for years. Does it still help you with sleep? And do you think Doxepin should be tried before the Amitryptyline? I am so desperate. Thank you for your feedback.
I have been on amitriptyline for 24 years but I know other people who have been on Remeron and trazodone. When amitriptyline doesn't work, I use Ambien, but only once or twice a week here it is your problem depression or insomnia or both?
@@DouglasBloch Thank you for your response. My new Doctor diagnosed it as Chronic Psychophysiological Insomnia. But I believe the general consensus is Major Depressive Disorder and the insomnia is a by-product. Is it safe to take Ambien once or twice a week? I will take Ambien or Lorazepam when I absolutely need it- but I have been trying to avoid it so I wouldn't become dependent on it. I am hoping and praying the Amitriptyline or Doxepin works for me!
I would talk to your doctor to see what he or she recommends. I do not have an addictive personality so that if I have a good night sleep with Ambien, make sure I don’t take it the next night. Spacing it out seems to not create dependence. But everyone is different
There are many tools and techniques that you can use that do not involve medication. Check out my video called “how to rewire you’re anxious brain.” In addition I have a video called “three steps to overcoming worry.”
Four months ago I started having trouble staying asleep. I never had any problem going to sleep but staying asleep was almost impossible. My sleep was fragmented and wasn't deep. This sleep deprivation also led to polyarthralgia and faster heart beat during the day. So a doctor prescribed me Alprazolam 0.5 mg. I have been taking this medicine ever since and I sleep so well and all other troubles associated with sleep deprivation are gone but I have read a few articles online that imply that long term use of Alprazolam is not safe. I'm concerned.
I have had severe insomnia for 20 years. I have been on Alprazolam for at least that long and I am fine. Yes it can be addictive if you abuse it. But I don’t, I use it almost strictly for sleep and doctors have prescribed it to me for decades. They wouldn’t have if I abused it. I personally would not worry about long term affects, I’m a case study in point. I’m still on it by the way and will be for life
Nitric oxide (NO) is a messenger molecule that can affect sleep and sleep-breathing disorders, and insomnia can be a symptom of a nitric oxide deficiency. Research suggests that NO plays a role in sleep by: Setting cerebral perfusion NO acts as a cerebral vasodilator that determines the overall level of cerebral perfusion during sleep. Determining differences in CVR and CBF NO is the main factor that determines the differences in cerebral blood flow (CBF) and cerebrovascular resistance (CVR) between sleep and wake states. Producing sleep Research suggests that NO accumulation in the brain's basal forebrain is necessary for sleep production.
L-arginine or L-citrulline are also good to produce nitric oxide and these or nitric oxide deficiencies causes erectile disfunction. Sorry if TMI but if you have insomnia and ED then nitric oxide should be your remedy and you can buy these over the counter. Amazon also sells all of these. Research, research and research 😊.
What about taking amitriptyline with trazadone I’m worried about interactions is that a safe kid I’m only taking 50 mg of trazadone and 25 mg of amitriptyline?
My pharmacist told me not to combine them because the two medication is due the same thing at two create drowsiness and it might be a little much. I suggest you talk to your pharmacist or better yet the person who prescribed the medications
Just found your channel and I love it! I’ve tried every single one of those pills throughout my life except for doxepin and they all make me hyper and they definitely don’t help me sleep. Do you have any recommendations for me? I hate being the only person I know that can’t get a good nights sleep and nothing works
You are not alone. 100 million people in America have sleep disorders Pierre there is something called sleep hygiene that I talk about in my other videos which has to do is good habits that you can cultivate that promote sleep. There's a book about it called no more sleepless nights by Peter Hauri. Here is are two videos I did about sleep. ruclips.net/video/vkm43DuDW1Q/видео.html ruclips.net/video/iU-9Me5kRi8/видео.html
Magnesium also helps some forms of sleep apnea -- the non-obstructive kind, especially (it sure helps mine!). Calcium at bedtime can aid relaxation also (but I don't take much, since it can contribute to arterial plaque in men).
I`ve been resting poorly for over 10 years, at a time not of my choosing. After applying this sleep plan *4InsomniaCure. Com* for seven days, I was able to attain eight hours of sleep every night. I did not even have to complete the plan simply to sleep well again. My insomnia is finally gone due to this plan.?
If you suffer from insomnia please do a heavy metal detox. Our pineal gland is responsible to release melatonin so we can sleep. The gland gets coated from toxins.
I`ve been resting poorly for over 10 years, at a time not of my choosing. After applying this sleep plan *4InsomniaCure. Com* for seven days, I was able to attain eight hours of sleep every night. I did not even have to complete the plan simply to sleep well again. My insomnia is finally gone due to this plan.?
I wonder if zoloft and perphenazine calcified my pineal gland over a long period of use? I have removed my self from those medications slowly and no longer take xanax for sleep, I think I am recovering...besides simplifying my life.
I have a couple questions i hope you find the time to answer for me... From what i understand, Remeron, which I've taken on and off for years, works like an antihistamine and that's what helps you sleep. If that's the case, why not just take a benadryl? Also, does Trazadone work the same way in regards to sleep? Is the antihistamine effect as strong as Remeron? I ask because the antihistamine effect makes me very groggy the next day, so I'm curious about maybe trying Trazadone...
I have. not heard that Remeron works like an antihistamine. Both medications make people drowsy. Which one works better is usually done by trial and error. Talk to your prescriber about this
I guess I’ll be on benzos for The rest of my life unless I check into a treatment center. I’ve been on them for 20 years every single day every night …… I’ve reduced it to now just taking it at night, but I cannot sleep without it and every time I try to reduce it taper off it’s literally hell I basically feel suicidal so it’s either stay on it or go to a treatment center I guess.
@@vikrambansal1375 I just started zoldipen a week ago @ 5 mg. Not too bad but I have to find the right dosage. A quick RUclips meditation for anxiety also helps me before bed.
I take melatonin ....and tart cherry juice which is a natural form.of melatonin ....it does actually help ...im.tapering off of klonopin and not feeling great ,so of course I'm not gonna sleep good ....so those are the things that help me .if all else fails I occasionally take zzzquil....that knocks you out
This sleep plan *4InsomniaCure. Com* actually works. I began suffering from sleeping disorders at a very young age. Of all the medications I have used, this plan is the only one that successfully broke the cycle of my insomnia. I did everything this guideline suggests and sleep better than I ever have.?
I know every single drug for insomnia and was overdosed numerous times and almost killed. Now medication free, trying to get to the real medical cause. (And I will add, more importantly, for the rest of you, that my depression WENT AWAY once I got off all the psych drugs I was on.)
I have been awak for 1 week. Cant sleep and whenever i fall asleep a rush comes in my head that drive sleep away. It started when i was watching tv and i used to watch tv a lot and also i develeped anxiety . Which medications should i take?
You should go directly to your doctor or to a psychiatrist and tell them about your situation. In America we have sleep clinics. I hope you can find one where you live
@@DouglasBloch i saw my doctor today and she told me to buy melatonin to sleep because i might have jet lag due to sleeping schedule change. And also told me to turn off all electronics.
I slept lastnight but after 4 hours of taking melatonin and woke up not really rested. I went to see my doctor again today to update her and maybe change melatonin dosage.. and i told her that i changed my sleeping schedule so she told me it's probably jet lag because it's 5 hours sleep difference. But why do i have the pressure in my head and it increases when i use my phone or any digital devices she adds that it probably will go away after 2 weeks of organised sleep.
I have been an insomnia patient for more than a decade. After using this sleep program *4InsomniaCure. Com* for 7 days, I had been able to attain 8 hours of sleep every single night. I didn`t even need to finish the plan simply to sleep well again. This has practically ended my sleeping disorder.?
I have Manic Depressive Disorder A.K.A Manic Depression is a very awful way to live I also Have Chronic Back Syndrome but then I found a Pain Management Doctor he prescribed Morphine 15 mgs Extended Release plus I been taking Xanax for 17 years he said if I take away your Xanax you will die Because yes I went to psychiatrist all the Medication had side effects it's because cause I was born with with Mild cerebral Palsy That's the reason why I get to many medications because believe me I tried Trazadone Seroquel Remron and Respridal The Only Medications that help is Depakote 1,000 in the morning and 1000 Mgs at night because of the Manic Depression and I have Old School Manic Depressive Disorder which combined with Chronic back pain and Xanax for Agoraphobia and I also take it because I have severe panic Attacks and of for Sleep of Lable Because of chronic Insomnia Due to Manic Depressive Disorder
But if you're desperate and literally nothing else works for you, they're safer then benzos. Lack of sleep can be much more harmful to you then Z drugs.
@@jpmcfluffies9451 Yeah actually zdrugs are not all at safer than benzos. See my videos on zopiclone. And withdrawal almost killed me numerous times, no Dr knew what to to or how to help me. The only reason you're saying this is that no long term information is in print about zdrugs. I know. All about it. I was on them 40 yrs. Dangerous. They told me they were safe. The withdrawal was just as deadly as a benzo. The longterm on this drug has not been disclosed to the public.
I take celexa for depression, have taken it for years. I can t tell its working. Now i am having trouble drifting off to sleep My Dr prescribed Seroquel which i don t like, over the counter meds don t work, any suggestions?
I just went through a bad bout of insomnia. I hope you can work with a therapist and prescriber to get some decent sleep. I just did that and it helped me.
The only thing that ever worked for me is Ambien. Nothing else has worked. I can stay up for two days. Sometimes I feel like going crazy. Sometimes I just can't take it. I was taking Ambien for years and years. They stopped giving it to me. I'm stressed now because it's the only thing that work. I'm trying Doxepin tonight for first time. I doubt it will work. Nothing has ever worked.
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In my opinion sleep deprivation can hurt you more than any short term use of a benzo could. Sleep deprivation can literally make some people kill themselves and feel so sad anxious and psychotic. Dependence may be better than the sleep deprivation.
I agree. You might want to watch my video "the most important thing you can do for your health."
Totally agree with this
100% correct
Oh yes,,,i agree
agreed
I have suffered from insomnia for most of my life, I’m ADHD, 60 years old and have been off ambian for 1.5 years now, after 22 years of taking it daily. Not easy to get off , I was having severe memory loss, And took myself off! For some reason that upset one of the Dr. Who prescribed it for me. Then after going off I had Restless Legs syndrome for three months after. Our Dr seem to not understand insomnia, which ADHD or know how to treat it. This is helpful. Thank you so much.
I know that the insomnia is one of the worst elements of my depression.
My doctor eventually prescribed Mirtazapine and I found that not only did it help during the day it knocked me out for eight hours of deep sleep at bedtime. I think that the sleep helped me more than anything. Waking up feeling rested instead of exhausted can only be how it should be, surely? Now I do a lot of the things you say. Cool, pitch black bedroom. Heavy sheets and blankets. Getting up and getting busy on my days off work instead of staying in bed. Finally, lots of exercise, water and a cleaner diet. No stimulants such as coffee or Internet before bed. All these help me sleep properly and at one point in my life I thought I'd never be able to sleep properly.
Thanks, Doug!
You have done a great job in your sleep hygiene. I’m glad it’s working
@@DouglasBloch Thank you. My Healing from Depression arrived today. It's very comprehensive! There's a lot to it.
I'm very much looking forward to reading it and learning from it in the next few weeks.
Thanks again!
How much are you on?
@@jasonm9825 I'm currently alternating 15mg every other day with the occasional two day stretch between doses.
A couple of times each week I will break one in half and take 7.5mg.
This is in an effort to get me off them.
I've slowly ramped myself down to this over a period of time.
I plan, with advice from my GP, to increase the gap between doses and with a lower dose itself.
Eventually I will be taking 7.5mg every few days until I take none at all.
During a bad period last year I was on 45mg each day.
A couple of years ago I was on 60mg a day.
I find this drug helps during the worst times of my depression.
It makes me sleep, I wake up refreshed and my mood is elevated during the waking hours. When I say elevated I mean that the edge is taken off. They don't actually make you happy! They help you to cope.
I have not experienced any detrimental effects in taking them but only benefits.
I tried Cipramil a number of years ago but found they made my depression worse, kept me awake and wired and were generally nasty. Other people have experienced good results on Cipramil so it just goes to show that what works for one might not work for another person.
My goal is zero medication but other methods to cope with my depression.
Good luck!
@@veritasvincit2745 excellent reply. Thank you! I've been prescribed 15mg a day but was considering taking double of that to see what difference it makes. I'm new to it so there's that, maybe I should take it easy as per your experience. Tough one...
This video really gave me some hope. I think the fact that YOU have actually taken some of these medications and have suffered from Insomnia can really provide comfort to those freaking out about there lack of sleep. Great video!
Thank you. I hope you gain some relief from your insomnia
@@DouglasBloch what did you take now for insomia?
I’ve suffered with insomnia for many years and Ambien 10mg stopped working for me so my phych dr increased it to 20 mg, (2 10 mg,) but then he stoped prescribing it because after a cpl of years it wasn’t working very well. I researched non-stop because I was so exhausted and desperate and came across very interesting information so I gave it a shot. It says most people who suffer w this are usually not getting enough oxygen to the brain and they did a study on how nitric oxide helped get the blood supply to the brain. So of course I had to try it and I was in awe when I started this. I purchased it at a local health store that sells all kinds of vitamins and supplements. It works!! I’m so glad I came across this article. Best of luck to you.
ok thanks for info i have had insomnia from the past 1.5 years
That is the name of the drug?
@@sarrameyster2606 it's a chemical
This could be my issue as well since I smoke heavily (not getting enough oxygen to the brain). I'm not sure if I should use nitric oxide though.
Great video. You categorized the medication and I understand why my doctors prescribed them. It is 2am a d I'm on youtube. I have dealt with insomnia since I got out of the millitary in 2001. Thank you very much.
You're welcome
Hello Douglas, hello everyone. After TMS, 6 months of Venlafaxine, along with various complements such as Lyrica, Ritalin, I am feeling I really lost the battle. I am a single mom of 2 young children, living in Belgium for 18 years, and all my family back in Brazil, far away from me. Friends are very volatile, sometimes reliable, sometimes apathic, as they've got their own issues already. We are midst of a self-centered times, where no one cares but for their own sake. In Brazil we got a more empathetic attitude towards one another, and we are not afraid to intervene, to help, to literally stand at each others door uninvited, yet always welcome. This is miss so much. I cannot return to my home country because my both children's dads are Belgians and they are never willing to let me move back to Brazil. At the same time, I'm already a Belgian citizen since long. I am out of work for 4 months on sickness, as I'm totally unable to handle household, children and fulltime work with 3 to 4 hours daily comute. I feel I gotta give it all up. My name is Catia and I Live in Landen, Belgium. I'm 38 years old.
Please pray for me.
Please.
God bless you all.
I know this is an old post, but I really hope you're doing better.
Three members of my family, including myself. I also went to rehab. I am bipolar, and have serious insomnia. I take ambien, and am grateful for this medication. I feel great during the day. Once I am asleep, I stay asleep for 8 hours.
You need to find your inner Peace, no Tablet can help your inner loneliness
How are you now Catia ❤
Straight to the point! Bravo! Greetings, and thank you for this from a new subscriber from Kosovo.
Welcome to the channel
Very good explanation of class of drugs and side effects! TY
Benzos ONLY ONLY for 2-4 weeks and the risk of addiction huge and hell pure hell to withdrawal pure hell
AW Douglas! I love watching videos before bed! :D haha! I take benedryl and klonopin before bed, and after trying to get off of them and not sleeping for a week, I went back on them just so I could get my head back on straight, it was TERRIBLE experience.
My sleep coach also told me to get a RED alarm clock, not blue, green, or any other color, because red doesn't trigger your brain to stop making melatonin, the "sleepy stuff" that your brain uses. He said if I had a blue/green/white alarm clock, it would trigger my brain to stop making melatonin to help me sleep, it was a very interesting 1 day class (4 hours) I took on sleep hygiene! Also, turn your alarm clock away from you so you don't look at it every time you wake up, it adds to the "anxiety" of not sleeping properly, and NO electronics in the bedroom except the "red alarm clock facing the wall and not towards me" Hopefully more helpful information for us insomniacs out there! SLEEP WELL EVERYONE :)
Thanks for sharing. has his advice helped?
@@DouglasBloch Very much so :)
@@DouglasBloch Indeed it has helped, and thank you!
Benzodiazepine withdrawal almost killed me numerous times. Be very careful.
Not getting sleep is more harmful than some sleeping medication. I’d rather take my Xanax than not be able to sleep, hope to find something that would last longer in the benzodiazepines. Xanax is great for anxiety it helps very fast and is the best for myself personally speaking.
I've been taking Klonopin for years. It last about 6 hours
I’m low on my trazodone but recently have built up a tolerance…need to suggest to my doctor a better meds…i have a 2 yr old and can’t afford to miss sleep.
Good luck. There are other medication's for sleep
@@DouglasBloch can u recommend i have sleep issue 4mth now
i just started watching this and its now 5am, i probably wont go under until exhaustion takes me down at around 10am
Hi Douglas my insomnia is worsened with me having tinnitus and hearing loss and a perforated eardrum, and doc said there is no cure for tinnitus.💕
Perhaps there are some medications that will be so good at knocking you out that the ringing in the ears will not matter.
I have tinnitus also. Literally everybody will at some point habituate to their tinnitus. It wont go away but you'll learn to sleep and feel happy again. Dont worry. Look up tinnitus and habituation. Itll help you tremendously. I have health anxiety and the thought of it never going away scared me to death. I made it though. I made it through and so can you.
Ever Since I started adulthood, I couldn`t sleep well. I began this sleep program *4InsomniaCure. Com* 1 week ago and found good improvements in my sleep. I slept for 8 hours last night, for the first time in ages. This program`s simply wonderful. I read about the causes of insomnia and various ways to cure it. So you could select what works for you.?
@@TheHondarider35924 is right. I also have moderate tinnitus in one ear and at first it was bothering me a lot. After a while your brain gets used to it. It learns to ignore it but it doesn't mean you'll be back to normal. I still miss the days I could go to sleep in total silence because now I need to listen to something until I pass out and I'm trying different sleep medicines.
Thanks for the advice and for the medication because I have Anxiety attack and lot anxiety I have problems sleeping
In 2018 i traveled to chicago forgot my clonodine and experienced bad episodes of sleep paralysis
I used zolpidem for 24 years. Weaned myself off, perhaps a bit too fast. It is one year later and I still battle severe insomnia. I rotate melatonin with antihistamine, doesn't always help. I've had torturous nights. Calming music etc. But not once have I had a decent nights sleep. Will never use a benzo. I'm frustrated, depressed and really not doing well. Antidepressants make me gain weight. I'm at a loss..
You might want to talk with your prescriber about another option, very small doses of some antidepressants can really help a person sleep. You might also want to evaluated at a sleep clinic
@@DouglasBloch DOUG !!! WHY EVEN SUGGEST A BENZO .. WHYCEVEN MENTION ...FDA SAYS 2-4 WEEKS ONLY !!!! BUT THERE IS NOTHING THAT WORKS , LAST LONG TERM
Bro, just use your benzo and GET sleep.
@@bdfan4everagree! Sleep is necessary.
I was prescribed klonapin for severe anxiety with panic attacks, and doxepin for sleep. Got them yesterday, haven’t needed to take a klonapin yet, but I did take a doxepin last night, it seemed like it made my brain quiet so I could really focus on sleep. I did take an ambien a few nights ago and I was OUT in 25 minutes after taking it.
Oh, man. You are so right. Why is it I always wake up at 2 am?
That can often be a symptom of depression or anxiety. You should definitely talk to a doctor or mental health professional about this
Mirtazapine for insomnia, depression and anxiety works wonders for me
It is a good medication
Lucky you I was on mirtazapine but I'm giving up on it
@@reflection_8_ why?
Another great video Dough, you just need more practice on your jokes to be as good as me : )
I agree. Keep sending me good jokes
@@DouglasBloch took me 3 three months on klonopin when I had my tbi too get off it but my buddy that went too prison said you have too run and work out that's what prison doctor prescribed for drug withdrawal I was off in 3 months I was getting addicted with in 3 weeks I was taking 3 a day
Lunesta is a great support for restful sleep. Puts you to sleep & keeps you asleep. I have issues with both falling & staying asleep so this one worked out perfect for me & it has changed my life for the better.
I had horrible insomnia for Nine months, the only way I could sleep was by taking medications. Finally my physician recommended this sleep plan *4InsomniaCure. Com* After Five weeks, I attained the best sleep of my life. I cannot advise it enough, especially for long term insomniacs. My sleeping has drastically improved!?
Are you still taking the Lunesta? Does it still work for you?
I want to tell you, thanks for answering lot of questions
No worries.
Thanks for the great video
I'm glad you enjoyed it.
Doxepin in liquid form is great. Easily to adjust the dose.
Very useful vedio. Thanks Douglas
I really appreciate this video thank you 🙏
You're more than welcome
Does lexapro help in the long term
Yes. ABSOLUTELY.
I had massive withdrawal symptoms stopping amitriptyline , which lasted a year. Antidepressants are totally addictive and habit forming don't let anyone tell you otherwise. I'm not saying they can't be helpful, but they are addictive and habit forming, and most people have severe cessation withdrawal.
What happened Soma? They always worked like a charm.
I am taking 2mg of Lorazepam every night for so many years already,,,you haven't mentioned it on this vid
You are correct. Sometimes benzodiazepines are used for sleep, although some psychiatrists do not like to prescribe them because they are habit forming and people develop tolerance. It seems like the medication is working for you
Any updates? I just got prescribed 1mg for sleep. I was a bad alcoholic for years and want to reset my sleeping patterns. Do you think I'll be alright on occasion to take this
Does u have any side effect for taking it?
Whew that’s super strong
What about zopiclone?,im trying to detox from 10 X tablets a day & Ive just had a major seizure unconscious for a hour woke up in A&e .
10 tablets at the same time?
Hello Douglas,I've been prescribed Amitryptiline and it is the only drug that works for me,however it works when I use doses that are associated with high heart rate.What's your experience with that?Did you get as well and if it happened,is it sonething to be concerned about?Looking forward to your reply
I only take 10 mg of amitriptyline at night, so I don't have any side effects. If your heart rate has increased you should definitely talk to your Doctor who prescribed the medication. There are two other medications call Remeron and trazodone which also can be effective for sleep. They are not habit-forming. You can ask about those
Hi Douglas, did you say you have taken trazadone for 15 yrs for sleep? And it has worked fine the entire time? I'm thinking of taking a sleep med for long term.
I take amitriptyline. You can talk to your prescriber about the medication
there's one more class of medicines which were used for insomnia which are addictive and can also prove fatal in withdrawal, not mentioned here, and they are the Barbiturates, very common in the 50s and 60s but were replaced by the Benzodiazepines because Barbiturates are lethal at doses not too much greater than the therapeutic dose.
I would say the most sedating medication of the Tricyclic Antidepressant class discussed here is definitely Amitriptyline, followed by Dosulepin, then probably Doxepin but they aren't pleasant but will help sleep.
Amitriptyline is a very long acting drug too. I'm on 75mg
Are you saying the other two are taken all together or is it one or the other along with the Amitriptyline? Thank you in advance.
@@MariaReyes-jp4lb one or the other really, although if you take two drugs of the same class, you're more likely to experience side effects like sedation
Some of the sleep medicines sound like names of pokemon lol
Great video Sir
Thanks for a wonderful video
Im on a taper from Klonopin, down to .37mg . keep a good routine but have some insomnia from withdraw.
My Dr suggested trying seraquel 50mg for sleep. Any experience on thoughts for that med for sleep. Im 51
Thank you
Michael
Seroquel is often prescribed for sleep. Talk with your doctor if you would like more information about it
Did klonopin help you sleep?
I've had insomnia way before I got diagnosed with a severe deep depression disorder when I was 8. I was born with Insomnia and as i got older, the Insomnia got worse. By age 13 my brain could not send itself to be unconscious. I only manage falling asleep for horrific sleep, jumbles me, scares me, deprives any remaining energy in me, and only when im sick in certain ways. Otherwise i need the amount of drugs that i when bored went to compare the average sedation to date rape drugs, my medications were over 3 times more potent than average date rape drugs. Pretty sure my depression happened because of my insomnia that is clearly supported by the design of my brain :/
Same here. I've been treated with antidepressants for sleep for many years. But I am 99.9% sure the insomnia was first, followed by depression later.
@@jpmcfluffies9451how are u now??now what are u taking for sleep??plz rep m in same boat plz plzzzzzz plzzzz rep
I love this guy haha. These videos are just dandy, you remind me of a medication version of “grand illusions” no clue why, maybe it’s the welcoming, peaceful demeanour.
Thank you. Were you referring to the film with the same name?
@@DouglasBloch Its a youtube channel of a british gentleman who does wonderful toy videos, I know its a completely different subject. Both of you are just nice to watch, in a very certain way i cant exactly put my finger on rn
I will watch him
@@DouglasBloch cool, once again thank you for this video it’s really helpful.
@@DouglasBloch hello, update.
I was prescribe cyroquil which is supposed to be paired with this anti depressant and it works wonders. My sleep is right so I can get other things in order aswell. Good outcomes from good information.
Many blessings to mr bloch
helo. i have a technical question: what camera do you use for filming? it looks good and also especially when you're outside with nature background it looks good.
My videographer is using two cameras. One is the Canon 5D Mark III. The other is the Canon EOSR. They are full frame cameras used with manual focus and manual settings.
@@DouglasBloch thanx :D
is there any medication someone can think of i have had a past with addiction so i like to try and avoid any benzos as possible but benadryl doesnt do the trick so im basically stuck
You would need to see your doctor. Lunesta generic is very good and you can stop without any bad withdrawal. But if you have real long term insomnia I suggest seeing a medication psychiatrist that specializes in medication management and treatment diagnosis of your issues. It will be life saver if you do. If you have addiction problems please seek a medication management psychiatrist that will help get you diagnosed for the right meds for depression and traumas. God bless.
I`ve been an insomnia person for several years. Immediately after using this sleep plan *4InsomniaCure. Com* for a week, I was able to gain 8 hours of sleep every night. The health of my sleeping pattern has urged me to quit utilizing the plan. My sleep problems has lastly disappeared thanks to this program.. .
My doctor prescribed Trazodone for my insomnia and anxiety many years ago, and I stop using them because stop working and I was constantly increasing the dose. Recently I started taking them again because of a death in my family. I took 25 mg for a week and stop. I never felt worse in my life. The insomnia got worse and then three days later I decided to take it again, but in a reduced dose (10mg) for anorher week, that helped with the withdrawal symptoms (symptoms like flu, Itchiness, restless leg sindrome, insomnia, bad memory, irritation, etc) and them I stop for good. Now I can't have a restful sleep, no deep sleep for me... Can't work properly, don't remember anything and my irritation levels are through the roof. So for me Trazodone DOES have severe withdrawal symptoms.
P. S- in my country doctors in the national health system don't care about withdrawal symptoms and do not monitor the weaning of the drugs, according to many of them you can stay on the medication for the rest of your life...
Thanks for the information
Dear Douglas B
loch, i have a joke for u and a question.
Im hospitalized right now w chronic refract ocd. 50 years of no relief from 120 mgs per day for 30 years prozac...bedridden...suicidal thoughts...constant vommitting, diarreah..no relief from erp act cbt mindfulness practice 4 hours per day under 2 top specialist on ocd brd and about 15 other specialists over 50 years.
In your opinion do you think another ssri would give me any relief since prozac, combined with risperdal, rexulti, chloezapam...give me zero relief whatsoever, nada...like taking a placebo...please bear in mind i have been on 120 mgs prozac daily for 30 years. Just like i was on a placebo. Maybe do you think zoloft or paxil will be helpful, or hard to say without trying. I dont know why psychiatrists keep prescribing pme prozac for years and years when i keep telling them its not helpful. Just curious
Joke...on a lighter note...
A fellow goes to a psychiatrist and the doctor asks him...so what seems to be the concern.
The patient frantically responds:
"I'M A WIGWAM!!
IM A TEEPEE!!"
IM A WIGWAM IM A TEEPEE!!
(Even more are frantic and Panicked he yells out:
IM A WIGWAM IM A TEEPEE!!
IM A WIGWAM IMA TEEPEE!!
IM A WIGWAM IM A TEEPEE!!
The psychiatrist responds in a calm demeanor:
"Relax...
Your two tents(tense)"
I can't comment on the medication you are on. I do know, however, that the antidepressant Luvox has been approved for helping with obsessive disorders and has helped some of my group members, Talk to your doctor about it. There is also a good self-help book for OCD called Brain Lock by Jeffrey Schwartz. You might want to take a look at it.
@@DouglasBloch Dear Douglas Bloch, thank you so much for the reply. I will talk to my doctor about Luvox. Yes, I read brainlock years ago, and own it along with a whole bookshelf of ocd workbooks ie. I usually spend 4-5 hours daily between that and mindfulness to improve and have for the past 20 years. My suds discomfort remains at 10 with about 30 minutes of panicked sleep per night, bedridden alomost 24 7 and trips to the restroom about every 10 minutes day and night for nausea, vommitting, diarreah. Sorry to be so graphic...after 50 years of this i just pray for heaven, because the obsessions arent in textbooks, and are pure o, and it just feels like i need to keep figuring em out with the intrusive thoughts grief coming in like a freight train with so many layers of guilt and fear. Noone elses prob but mine...the docs keep telling me to hang in there, that im doing great, but they arent the ones vommitting 24 7 and in bed.
Take care n god bless
Baby steps
Hi Doug, is Dormanoct safe to take as it really helps.
I’m not quite sure what that medication is
Laprozlam
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My Dr. stopped prescribing Ambien when the Gov't said it is a controlled substance. Wish i still could get it because it was the only thing that actually helped me to sleep.
I’m 55 years old and I’m about to loose my mind over lack of sleep. I took Ambien about 15 years ago and it worked like a charm. I don’t want to take some medication that might have a side effect that might make me sleep. Why don’t they just treat the problem anymore?
What is the Problem you are wanting to treat
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Thanks for the advice. I have very bad insomnia and I had an unsuccessful sleep study. I was told I was well rested and needed only 5 hours. I couldn't read and now i fear my insomnia is not real. I couldn't read and lost my appetite which affected my physical health.
As a result I don't find it appropriate to take anti anxiety meds mollipaxen as I believe normal to low brainwaves indicate no anxiety. I'm autistic and a literally thinker so things are difficult. If I didn't sleep for much longer I would consider it but where is the evidence? I'm going to hold meeting with counsellor and my gp about best way forward. Tried amitrytapine and it made me feel overestimated and not rested.Trying melatonin first. Night meds once a month does seem like a good idea though.
Thanks
Anyone else on Trazodone? I'm on 100mg and I'm not to sure if the pros outweigh the cons yet.
I need something to help with my constant thinking and anxiety which keeps me from falling asleep. My mind won't shut off and let me feel mentally relaxed enough to sleep.
Can anyone relate and tell me what medication cured your insomnia?
I'm not making a recommendation, but I have found an Ambien has helped me. I also find that counting backwards from 100 to 1 as I visualize sheep jumping over a stream on a local beach helps me to fall asleep.
@@DouglasBloch thank you so much! I'll talk to my doctor about it ^-^
Trazodone doesn't work for me either. Have tried a zillion other medications from different classes and nothing does a thing. I gave up and have started Ambien and Lunesta (rotating). I got sick and tired of feeling sick and tired.
@@jpmcfluffies9451 has ambien increased your appetite?
@@DouglasBloch has ambien increased your appetite?
Which is better for sleep Doxepin or Quetiapine
They are both good. It depends on how the person reacts to them. Definitely talk to your doctor.
@@DouglasBloch Thank You So Much 🙌
Hello Doctor ! I also suffer my insomia.The pharmacist prescribed me with Quetal XR 50 mgs which is an antipsychotic drug that causes sleep im afraid of the side effects since im not crazy at all i just cant sleep . Should i take it everyday or just when i cant sleep ? Please help me. Thanks !
I know a number of people who take Seroquel for sleep. If you are concerned, ask your prescriber.
How is it going claire ?
You don’t look a day over 50 Doug. Really. I know you suffer from anxiety and anxiety is supposed to rapidly increase the aging process but somehow for you it hasn’t and that’s great.
My father remained young looking. Fortunately I have avoided excessive drugs and alcohol and I’ve tried to take care of myself, even when I was depressed
I have been on Seroquel, Gabapentin, Trazodone, Ambien, a variety of Benzos, Mirtazapine, Paxil, Lamictal, Wellbutrin, Abilify, Lithium, Propranolol, and Imovane. My insurance company will not cover TMS Therapy or ECT. My Doctor suggested next course of action would be tricyclics. I will try anything at this point, but I have read several times that these meds only work in the short term for sleep. That is my main problem- sleep. Doug, what are your thoughts on the Amitriptyline? I heard you say you've taken it for years. Does it still help you with sleep? And do you think Doxepin should be tried before the Amitryptyline? I am so desperate. Thank you for your feedback.
I have been on amitriptyline for 24 years but I know other people who have been on Remeron and trazodone. When amitriptyline doesn't work, I use Ambien, but only once or twice a week here it is your problem depression or insomnia or both?
@@DouglasBloch Thank you for your response. My new Doctor diagnosed it as Chronic Psychophysiological Insomnia. But I believe the general consensus is Major Depressive Disorder and the insomnia is a by-product. Is it safe to take Ambien once or twice a week? I will take Ambien or Lorazepam when I absolutely need it- but I have been trying to avoid it so I wouldn't become dependent on it. I am hoping and praying the Amitriptyline or Doxepin works for me!
I would talk to your doctor to see what he or she recommends. I do not have an addictive personality so that if I have a good night sleep with Ambien, make sure I don’t take it the next night. Spacing it out seems to not create dependence. But everyone is different
Just smoke some weed lol
GHB
Great content and much needed resource! Does Cipralex makes sense for someone suffering from insomnia due to anxienty/mild depression?
Can I over come anxiety without being drugged up on medication?
I feel like I don’t need it
There are many tools and techniques that you can use that do not involve medication. Check out my video called “how to rewire you’re anxious brain.” In addition I have a video called “three steps to overcoming worry.”
ItZs ace
One question for the ages💕
Im having trouble falling asleep and staying asleep for now at least 10 years or more, im now to the point where i want to try a new pill for that 😔
Good luck. As I said there were many medication so I can help. I am currently taking Seroquel
Which tablt you use before ??
@@Chemist77 unison 50 mg ever night
Four months ago I started having trouble staying asleep. I never had any problem going to sleep but staying asleep was almost impossible. My sleep was fragmented and wasn't deep. This sleep deprivation also led to polyarthralgia and faster heart beat during the day. So a doctor prescribed me Alprazolam 0.5 mg. I have been taking this medicine ever since and I sleep so well and all other troubles associated with sleep deprivation are gone but I have read a few articles online that imply that long term use of Alprazolam is not safe. I'm concerned.
Talk to your prescriber about it. It’s not meant for long-term use but people can taper off
@@DouglasBloch I have. He said you should exercise and that will improve your sleep quality but it didn't do anything.
I have had severe insomnia for 20 years. I have been on Alprazolam for at least that long and I am fine. Yes it can be addictive if you abuse it. But I don’t, I use it almost strictly for sleep and doctors have prescribed it to me for decades. They wouldn’t have if I abused it. I personally would not worry about long term affects, I’m a case study in point. I’m still on it by the way and will be for life
Billdoty 6348 did u have difficulty in falling a sleep or staying a sleep??
Do you take it everyday?@@billdoty6438
Do you still use it?
Man I need sleep bad I’ve been awake for two days straight I’m desperate
Try mirtazipine 15mg..Also if you can get a sleep study done and check for sleep apnea....
As far as I'm concerned, there's no such thing as too much. I've tried everything, including the sound machines, etc.
Get some help...I wouldn’t stay on it more than two weeks but 1000% guarantee you will sleep on Serequel.
Nitric oxide (NO) is a messenger molecule that can affect sleep and sleep-breathing disorders, and insomnia can be a symptom of a nitric oxide deficiency. Research suggests that NO plays a role in sleep by:
Setting cerebral perfusion
NO acts as a cerebral vasodilator that determines the overall level of cerebral perfusion during sleep.
Determining differences in CVR and CBF
NO is the main factor that determines the differences in cerebral blood flow (CBF) and cerebrovascular resistance (CVR) between sleep and wake states.
Producing sleep
Research suggests that NO accumulation in the brain's basal forebrain is necessary for sleep production.
Remeron, less than 7 mg works for many people.
L-arginine or L-citrulline are also good to produce nitric oxide and these or nitric oxide deficiencies causes erectile disfunction. Sorry if TMI but if you have insomnia and ED then nitric oxide should be your remedy and you can buy these over the counter. Amazon also sells all of these. Research, research and research 😊.
What about taking amitriptyline with trazadone I’m worried about interactions is that a safe kid I’m only taking 50 mg of trazadone and 25 mg of amitriptyline?
My pharmacist told me not to combine them because the two medication is due the same thing at two create drowsiness and it might be a little much. I suggest you talk to your pharmacist or better yet the person who prescribed the medications
Just found your channel and I love it! I’ve tried every single one of those pills throughout my life except for doxepin and they all make me hyper and they definitely don’t help me sleep. Do you have any recommendations for me? I hate being the only person I know that can’t get a good nights sleep and nothing works
You are not alone. 100 million people in America have sleep disorders Pierre there is something called sleep hygiene that I talk about in my other videos which has to do is good habits that you can cultivate that promote sleep. There's a book about it called no more sleepless nights by Peter Hauri. Here is are two videos I did about sleep.
ruclips.net/video/vkm43DuDW1Q/видео.html
ruclips.net/video/iU-9Me5kRi8/видео.html
So did doxepin work for you ?
Doxepin works well for me. Started at 150 mg, now on 25 mg.
My doctor said to take Magnesium. Sometimes it works/doesn't work
Magnesium also helps some forms of sleep apnea -- the non-obstructive kind, especially (it sure helps mine!). Calcium at bedtime can aid relaxation also (but I don't take much, since it can contribute to arterial plaque in men).
I`ve been resting poorly for over 10 years, at a time not of my choosing. After applying this sleep plan *4InsomniaCure. Com* for seven days, I was able to attain eight hours of sleep every night. I did not even have to complete the plan simply to sleep well again. My insomnia is finally gone due to this plan.?
Agomelatine its safe ?
I don't know anything about that medication
If you suffer from insomnia please do a heavy metal detox. Our pineal gland is responsible to release melatonin so we can sleep. The gland gets coated from toxins.
I`ve been resting poorly for over 10 years, at a time not of my choosing. After applying this sleep plan *4InsomniaCure. Com* for seven days, I was able to attain eight hours of sleep every night. I did not even have to complete the plan simply to sleep well again. My insomnia is finally gone due to this plan.?
I wonder if zoloft and perphenazine calcified my pineal gland over a long period of use? I have removed my self from those medications slowly and no longer take xanax for sleep, I think I am recovering...besides simplifying my life.
@@donnavorbach215no… you just became chemically dependant on benzos to wind down at night
My psychiatrist prescribed me (Abilify) Aripiprazole for my depression, anxiety and insomnia. What are your thoughts? Does it work well for insomnia?
I don’t know, but it is a good medication. Ask your psychiatrist about the insomnia
@@DouglasBloch He said it should work for the insomnia as well but after doing my research it showing that it doesn’t.
@@DouglasBloch I was prescribed Valium for my insomnia. What is your take on Valium VS Xanax for insomnia? Thx
I have a couple questions i hope you find the time to answer for me...
From what i understand, Remeron, which I've taken on and off for years, works like an antihistamine and that's what helps you sleep. If that's the case, why not just take a benadryl?
Also, does Trazadone work the same way in regards to sleep? Is the antihistamine effect as strong as Remeron? I ask because the antihistamine effect makes me very groggy the next day, so I'm curious about maybe trying Trazadone...
I have. not heard that Remeron works like an antihistamine. Both medications make people drowsy. Which one works better is usually done by trial and error. Talk to your prescriber about this
@@DouglasBloch thanks :)
I guess I’ll be on benzos for
The rest of my life unless I check into a treatment center. I’ve been on them for 20 years every single day every night …… I’ve reduced it to now just taking it at night, but I cannot sleep without it and every time I try to reduce it taper off it’s literally hell I basically feel suicidal so it’s either stay on it or go to a treatment center I guess.
I've been takin amytriptiline 10 mg but it raises my heart rate quite a bit and thus interferes with my sleep.
You should definitely talk with your prescriber about that and ask him or her to make adjustments
@@DouglasBloch Yes, I’ve had the same problem with mirtazapine (remeron) so antidepressants don’t seem to suit me. I’m trying something new now 🤞
@@dianaz9221 what are you taking ? I also have same issue...
@@vikrambansal1375 I just started zoldipen a week ago @ 5 mg. Not too bad but I have to find the right dosage. A quick RUclips meditation for anxiety also helps me before bed.
@@dianaz9221 great i am taking 12.5 mg i need to reduce the dosage soon...its very addicting...
Benadryl is so bad with someone with RLS
If Benzos saving me why should I worry about addiction?
At one point the benzos need more and more and tbey have the potential to mess tne brain
@@garysimone4977 I am epileptic taking Benzos as additional drug for sleep.
Try to withdraw had seizure so having seizure too will mess by brain.
@@truehuman9449 sorry to hear I agree I was on Klonopin. And it was hell coming off but i did not have seizures issue i undetstand your challenges
Hopefully, you won't develop too much of a tolerance to the Clonopin
@@DouglasBloch so true
does ambien increase appetite?
I'm not sure. You might want to look it up on drugs.com
What about Elavil?
That’s what I’m saying. The generic name is amitriptyline
I use Doxiphen for depression and it does help you sleep!
They recently prescribed me doxipen I hope it helps me also hun
I'm weaning off Temazepam (which worked well for sleep but I don't want to be on a benzodiazepine) and about to try Doxepin. Fingers crossed!
@@MzOldsoul Did the Doxepin work for you?
@@mbaxter22 Did the Doxepin work for you?
@@jpmcfluffies9451 Nope
I take melatonin ....and tart cherry juice which is a natural form.of melatonin ....it does actually help ...im.tapering off of klonopin and not feeling great ,so of course I'm not gonna sleep good ....so those are the things that help me .if all else fails I occasionally take zzzquil....that knocks you out
I actually take tart cherry juice to help lower my blood pressure.
This sleep plan *4InsomniaCure. Com* actually works. I began suffering from sleeping disorders at a very young age. Of all the medications I have used, this plan is the only one that successfully broke the cycle of my insomnia. I did everything this guideline suggests and sleep better than I ever have.?
@@DouglasBloch where can I purchase from please
No you dont your bipolar
youtube videos or TV on lower volume is the only way I can sleep
I know every single drug for insomnia and was overdosed numerous times and almost killed.
Now medication free, trying to get to the real medical cause.
(And I will add, more importantly, for the rest of you, that my depression WENT AWAY once I got off all the psych drugs I was on.)
But did your sleep get better once off all medications?
I have been awak for 1 week. Cant sleep and whenever i fall asleep a rush comes in my head that drive sleep away. It started when i was watching tv and i used to watch tv a lot and also i develeped anxiety . Which medications should i take?
You should go directly to your doctor or to a psychiatrist and tell them about your situation. In America we have sleep clinics. I hope you can find one where you live
@@DouglasBloch i saw my doctor today and she told me to buy melatonin to sleep because i might have jet lag due to sleeping schedule change. And also told me to turn off all electronics.
Doctor prescribed me 5mg melatonin. It worked first night but second night it didn't.. It wasn't as good as the first night
Keep Trying approaches until you find one that works
I slept lastnight but after 4 hours of taking melatonin and woke up not really rested. I went to see my doctor again today to update her and maybe change melatonin dosage.. and i told her that i changed my sleeping schedule so she told me it's probably jet lag because it's 5 hours sleep difference. But why do i have the pressure in my head and it increases when i use my phone or any digital devices she adds that it probably will go away after 2 weeks of organised sleep.
Trazodone may help
Does sleeping pills cause constipation ?
I don't know. Look at the insert that comes with your particular medication
Doug lm on Olazopine for sleep
How is it working?
It's good it helps me Doug.l had two very bad breakdowns. I am out of that deep unhappiness thank god xx
Thank you for replying to me
You’re welcome. zyprexa also works for anxiety. You should attend one of my live chats on Sunday at noon Pacific time
Doug lm working nights so l won't be able x this week
Mirtazapine and serquel (quetiapine)
Yes, that is correct.
You are saying they are good or not.
be very careful using Benedryl if you have Prostate issues
I have been an insomnia patient for more than a decade. After using this sleep program *4InsomniaCure. Com* for 7 days, I had been able to attain 8 hours of sleep every single night. I didn`t even need to finish the plan simply to sleep well again. This has practically ended my sleeping disorder.?
I have Manic Depressive Disorder A.K.A Manic Depression is a very awful way to live I also Have Chronic Back Syndrome but then I found a Pain Management Doctor he prescribed Morphine 15 mgs Extended Release plus I been taking Xanax for 17 years he said if I take away your Xanax you will die Because yes I went to psychiatrist all the Medication had side effects it's because cause I was born with with Mild cerebral Palsy That's the reason why I get to many medications because believe me I tried Trazadone Seroquel Remron and Respridal The Only Medications that help is Depakote 1,000 in the morning and 1000 Mgs at night because of the Manic Depression and I have Old School Manic Depressive Disorder which combined with Chronic back pain and Xanax for Agoraphobia and I also take it because I have severe panic Attacks and of for Sleep of Lable Because of chronic Insomnia Due to Manic Depressive Disorder
I'm sorry that you have all these conditions. My godson has manic depression and depakote also. It seems to be helping him.
? I almost died from 1 dose of 10 mg of Amitryptiline.
Gabapentin and Pregabalin can also cause seizures when quit abruptly.
Really? How should one taper off Gabapentin? My Doctor suggested dropping by 200mg each week from 600mg. It just seems quite fast to me
@@jpmcfluffies9451 Listen to your body. If you feel ok or mildly anxious you dont need to worry
Zdrugs-- ambien zopiclone Imovane Lunesta
They affect the brain like a benzo
Withdrawal can be very bad
But if you're desperate and literally nothing else works for you, they're safer then benzos. Lack of sleep can be much more harmful to you then Z drugs.
@@jpmcfluffies9451 Yeah actually zdrugs are not all at safer than benzos. See my videos on zopiclone. And withdrawal almost killed me numerous times, no Dr knew what to to or how to help me.
The only reason you're saying this is that no long term information is in print about zdrugs. I know. All about it. I was on them 40 yrs. Dangerous. They told me they were safe. The withdrawal was just as deadly as a benzo.
The longterm on this drug has not been disclosed to the public.
@@sandywhat2429 Well if its Z Drugs or suicide, I'll take my chances.
@@jpmcfluffies9451 you silly girl. That's where it has put me.
@@sandywhat2429 Ambien hasn't been around for 40 years. Anyway, I'm not going to argue about it. I wish you heath and healing. Take care
I take celexa for depression, have taken it for years. I can t tell its working. Now i am having trouble drifting off to sleep
My Dr prescribed Seroquel which i don t like, over the counter meds don t work, any suggestions?
There are other medications that can help with sleep. Talk with your prescriber about them.
Does trazodone cause weight gain?
I started taking it a week ago and so far there has been no weight gain. You should talk with your pharmacist or doctor
Insomnia destroyed my life.
I just went through a bad bout of insomnia. I hope you can work with a therapist and prescriber to get some decent sleep. I just did that and it helped me.
The only thing that ever worked for me is Ambien. Nothing else has worked. I can stay up for two days. Sometimes I feel like going crazy. Sometimes I just can't take it. I was taking Ambien for years and years. They stopped giving it to me. I'm stressed now because it's the only thing that work. I'm trying Doxepin tonight for first time. I doubt it will work. Nothing has ever worked.
I have an also is the best medication for me. I have friends with been taking it for over a decade. Why did they stop it for you?
Have anybody ever told you you look like King Charles
Omg I thought that he's better looking than Charlie though 😂
you remind me of Art Garfunkel
I take hydroxyzine hcl
Me too! Been great,what MG do you take for sleep please..?
@@jacquelinecannon8369 wht mg u take nd how many years it works plz rply
He looks like Art Garfunkel.
What about seraquil for sleep
I'm surprised I didn't mention that. It is a powerful tranquilizer and helps some people.
Seroquel is ok....but it has me very overweight smh if u wanna eat in ya sleep take all ya want lol