Posted by ed_uk on May 11, 2006, at 15:49:29
In reply to Need A Short-Acting Benzo? - Amisulpride Insomnia, posted by TomG on May 11, 2006, at 10:08:29
Hi Tom
>I'm more comfortable using a benzo long term rather than Ambien or Lunesta. Am I wrong here?
Perhaps. I would be more comfortable taking Ambien or Lunesta myself. Both drugs have a reasonably good safety record, even after several months treatment. Lunesta, unlike Ambien, is approved for long term treatment. This is mainly a matter of marketing however. I do not believe that Lunesta is any more suitable for long term treatment than Ambien. Lunesta has the disadvantage of frequently causing an unpleasant taste in the mouth. In countries where it is available, zopiclone is a better alternative to Lunesta - it is cheaper but equally safe and effective. Zopiclone and Lunesta may be more effective at maintaining sleep (ie. preventing awakenings during the night) than Ambien, whereas Ambien may be slightly better at initiating sleep. Ambien CR is more effective at maintaining sleep than regular Ambien, although I imagine it is more expensive.
>I'm waking up from the Ativan a little hung over with benzo 'head' if that makes any sense.
Both Lunesta and Ambien are less likely to cause a hangover than Ativan. Ambien is least likely to cause a hangover, but may be less effective at preventing you from waking up during the night.
>The amisulpride is working
Excellent :) It seems that very low doses are best for the treatment of non-psychotic disorders.
>So, what is a good list of some short acting benzos that would be good for just relaxation before hitting the racks?
You could try temazepam (Restoril).
>I'm taking a little under 25mgs probably like 15-20mgs.
Do you take it in the morning? Perhaps you would sleep better on 25mg than on 15-20mg?
Regards
Ed
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