Insomnia is a sleep disorder where individuals find it difficult to fall asleep, stay asleep, or wake up earlier than desired, often leading to fatigue and poor daily functioning. Causes can include stress, irregular sleep schedules, chronic health conditions, or mental health challenges like anxiety or depression. Certain lifestyle habits, such as consuming too much caffeine or alcohol, can also interfere with restful sleep. (Source: National Sleep Foundation)

EverLife’s Doctors can prescribe the three medications for Insomnia and sleeplessness.

Hydroxyzine (generic Vistaril) is an FDA approved prescription antihist amine shown to lessen activity in your body’s central nervous system. Hydroxyzine has a calming effect on your brain and can cause sleepiness. Because of that, doctors have found that it can be helpful in treating both insomnia and anxiety. Like lower stre ngth overt the counter antihistamines such as Nyquil or Benadryl, Hydroxyzine should only be taken when you are ready for sleep. Hydroxyzine is a non habit forming, non narcotic medication.

Trazodone (generic Desyrel) is an FDA approved, non habit forming medication that works to regulate serotonin, the neurotransmitter which helps brain cells communicate with each other and influences many activities such as sleep, mood, behavior and appetite. At low doses, trazodone can help you to feel relaxed, tired, a nd sleepy. It does this by partially blocking chemicals in the brain that interact with serotonin and other neurotransmitters that cause your mind and body to race at night, when in fact they should be settling down for sleep.

Ramelteon is and FDA approve d medication used to treat sleeplessness and insomnia. It helps you fall asleep faster so you can get a full night's rest. Ramelteon works like a natural substance called melatonin that is produced by your body. It helps to regulate your sleep wake cycle circadian rhythm). You should become sleepy soon after you take ramelteon. After taking it, you should finish any necessary bedtime preparations and go to bed. It’s important to only take Ramelteon if you will be able to remain asleep for 7 to8 hours after taking the medication. Your sleeplessness should begin to improve within 7 to 10 days after you begin treatment.