11 common sleeping pill side effects
The two most commonly used sleeping pills for insomniacs are benzodiazepines and non-benzodiazepines. While sleeping pills can help improve sleep, they can also cause a variety of side effects. These side effects vary from one sleeping pill to another, with some commonalities and others.
Today, I’ve summarized 11 common side effects of sleeping pills. See if any of them affect you.
- Zopiclone
[Use]: Difficulty falling asleep, difficulty maintaining sleep
[Side Effects]: Taste disturbance, rarely nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, headache, dizziness, fatigue, allergies
Improper consciousness, depression, auditory hallucinations, nightmares, memory loss
- Dextropiclone
[Use]: Difficulty falling asleep, difficulty maintaining sleep
[Side Effects]: Bitter taste in the mouth, dizziness, drowsiness, vomiting, nausea, fatigue, etc.
- Zolpidem Tartrate
[Use]: Occasional and temporary insomnia
[Side Effects]: Nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, fatigue, weakness, memory loss, restlessness, X-ray dysfunction, impaired consciousness, nightmares
- Estazolam
[Use]: Difficulty falling asleep, difficulty maintaining sleep
[Side Effects]: Overdose may cause fatigue, drowsiness, and dry mouth. Long-term use may cause dependence, but the degree is relatively mild.
- Alprazolam
[Use]: Difficulty falling asleep, difficulty maintaining sleep
[Side Effects]: Fatigue, drowsiness, dizziness. High doses may cause tremors and ataxia. Some individuals may experience sleep disturbances, agitation, talkativeness, and even hallucinations. Long-term use can lead to dependence. Withdrawal symptoms may include agitation, worsening of depression, or convulsions.
- Clonazepam
[Use]: Sleep maintenance disorders
[Side Effects]: Dizziness, headache, drowsiness, excitement, restlessness, fatigue, slurred speech, behavioral disturbances, etc.Long-term use can lead to tolerance and dependence, which can cause depression, weight gain, and sexual dysfunction.
- Trazodone
[Use]: Insomnia caused by depression
[Side Effects]: Headache, fatigue, dizziness, insomnia, nervousness, tremors, agitation, blurred vision, constipation, etc.
- Zaleplon
[Use]: Difficulty falling asleep
[Side Effects]: Nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue, frequent dreams, memory difficulties, depression, tremors, unsteadiness, double vision, and confusion
- Diazepam
[Use]: Difficulty falling asleep and maintaining sleep
[Side Effects]: Drowsiness, headache, fatigue, and ataxia. These reactions are dose-related and more common in elderly patients. Occasionally, hypotension, blurred vision, respiratory depression, mental disturbances, leukopenia, and rash may occur. High doses may cause restlessness and irritability. Long-term use can be addictive, and withdrawal symptoms may occur upon discontinuation.
- Mirtazapine
[Use]: Insomnia caused by depression
[Side Effects]: Weight gain, increased appetite, dizziness, fatigue; serious adverse reactions include acute bone marrow suppression, rare orthostatic hypotension, muscle cramps, tremors, and rash.
- Doxepin
[Use]: Insomnia caused by depression
[Side Effects]: Initial symptoms may include drowsiness, dry mouth, tremors, blurred vision, dysuria, constipation, and dizziness; occasional seizures or toxic liver damage.
It’s important to note that the side effects of sleeping pills vary from person to person, depending on factors such as the type of medication, dosage, duration of use, and individual constitution.
Any sleeping pill should be taken under the guidance of a qualified doctor and should never be taken without authorization. When using sleeping pills, strictly follow your doctor’s instructions. If severe side effects occur, seek medical attention immediately.
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