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Summary:  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 

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