I Forgot How To Sleep - OTC Remedies

Send us Fan MailSummary:  Trying to sleep?  It’s like trying to forget something:  the harder you try, the more you remember.  There can be no “trying” to it.  There are some over-the-counter sleep aids, designed for short-term use, but they too have their drawbacks.  Melatonin, Tylenol PM (diphenhydramine), Nyquil are discussed, with a brief look at Ambien (will be discussed at length in future podcast). Discussing OTC sleep aids with your doctor and pharmacist is always a good idea.  Long-term solutions such as sleep hygiene and relaxation are also addressed.  Topics Covered:·      Forgetting How to Sleep 01:25·      Routine and Relaxation 01:42·      Drugs as a part of the Routine 02:19·      The Harder You Try the Less You Do 02:35·      Melatonin 02:56·      Sleep Hygiene 04:35·      Tylenol PM 04:52·      Ambien – CIV 05:33·      Nyquil 07:35·      Tolerance vs. Habit 08:45·      How They Work 12:25·      Summary 12:44·      Precautions with Antihistamines 13:34 [email protected] Questions and comments to  [email protected]