How to ween myself off of over the counter Sleep Aid
by Lisa
(Maryland)
QuestionI have been taking Sleep Aid/Unisom faithfully for almost a year and I feel/I know I have become addicted. I was taking Lunesta (as prescibed by my doctor before I did over the counter) but when I read it could become addicting, I came off and THOUGHT that taking the over-the-counter sleep aid would do the same thing, just a weaker non-addicting dosage. I WAS WRONG. Now I want to take myself off completely (going strong for two nights) but during this time, I cannot sleep and it is starting to effect my work and driving. How/what is the best thing for me to do?
Thanks!!
AnswerYou will need to see a drug therapist, especially one that specializes in addiction.
Sleeping pills addiction should not be taken lightly.
Visit
The Dark Side of Sleeping Pills for more information.