I Cant Sleep

[nailit]

And its driving me mad.

I know before its said, ,,see my doctor!
Last time it was a case of 1001 questions, followed by advice on sleep hygeigne, followed by advice, followed by more advice, followed by a 'reluctant' prescription.
I cant sleep and its driving me mad (again)
Why the f***** Wont anyone help me when I'm practically begging?

[murraymints]

nope..have tried all manner of things nytol.valerian..other stuff from pharmacy..can go 3 nights with NO sleep..will let you know how this goes

[pastafreak]

I just might try the sub lingual drops.
I've never had a problem sleeping or getting to sleep...head hits pillow and I'm gone. Can even nap during the day and sleep well.
Until lately...always on a work next day night. Last weds I went to work on 3.5 hours,the weeks before 4- 4.5. Mind is racing and it's all about work.

[ladybirder]

I hope it works for you mm, if 3mg doesn't do it for your first time then I'd guess it's not for you. I have recommended it to about 6 people I know and there is only one person it didn't work for. Let us know if you remember please.

[murraymints]

will do lady xx

[ladybirder]

Thank you. If you are missing from here for about 3 days we'll know it's worked;-))

[murraymints]

lol...zzzzzz... xx

[DTCwordfan]

a weak Scotch and time out, not being on here and reading the rantings of News or whatever.....just chillax, get the mind peaceful and zzzz

[Maydup]

Sometimes I can get off to sleep, dark room, no electronics etc, but once I wake up again after a couple of hours there is no way I can get my mind to relax.

[GenuineclAss]

Nailit, alcohol shrinks your bladder as it passes through. Drinking for sleep is a bad idea, as your bladder fills up very quickly and then wakes you up when it's full, so you have broken sleep. That's why you feel exhausted.
You appear to suffer from depression, so I would talk to a professional before considering Melatonin. Have a word with your pharmacist - it doesn't have to be a doctor. They will be able to advise you on a non-addictive solution, if they stock one. However, if they advise Valerian, you will find it far cheaper on Amazon and it sometimes turns up in Holland & Barrett's Penny Sales. That's when I've bought it.
A drop or two of lavender and/or Roman Chamomile essential oil(s) on your pillow helps many people drop off. A warm bath containing Epsom Salts, (read the container, you won't need to use much) and the above essential oils, just 7-8 drops of each, before bed will detoxify your body, relax your muscles and prepare you for sleep.
Sorry for the length of this, but sleep is VERY important for your wellbeing. I've had insomnia since I was very small and can empathise. I've learned an awful lot about sleep aids and can only pass the info on as I see fit.

[murraymints]

good advice Gen xx

[murraymints]

got my melatonin today taken one 30 mins ago..will report tomorrow if it helped ..