Posted by SLS on September 4, 2009, at 9:21:52
In reply to SLS - Add on to Tegretol?, posted by SheilaC on September 3, 2009, at 19:05:42
As was already mentioned, Lunesta (eszopiclone) seems to be emerging as a favorite hypnotic.
You could ask your question on the Alternative board and receive some advice on which food supplements might help.
Although I have no personal experience with it, there is Rozerem (ramelteon). It is a direct agonist of melatonin receptors (M1 and M2).
I had total insomnia the first time I combined Parnate and desipramine. After 1-2 weeks, it was obvious that it was not getting any better, so my doctor at the time prescribed two benzodiazepines to be used in combination. Once the minimum effective dosages were ascertained, I did not find any tolerance to the hypnotic effects. I slept very well, and always felt refreshed in the morning. Yes, there are differences in sleep architecture that show up on a EEG with benzodiazepines, but I would never have noticed anything different in real life.
- Scott
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