Sleeping aids (nonbenzodiazepine sedative-hypnotics)
Examples: eszopiclone (Lunesta), zaleplon (Sonata) and zolpidem (Ambien)
“There are alternative drug and nondrug treatments for insomnia and anxiety, so talk with your health care professional about options. Melatonin, in doses from 3 to 10 mg before bedtime, for instance, sometimes helps to reestablish healthy sleep patterns,” says Dr. Neel.
However, “sudden withdrawal can cause serious side effects, so a health professional should always monitor the process.”
