Tag: insomnia treatment

Nighttime Sleep Aids with Diphenhydramine: Risks and Safer Options

Explore the hidden risks of using diphenhydramine as a sleep aid, including dementia links and driving impairment, and discover safer, evidence-based alternatives like melatonin and CBT-I.

Sedative-Hypnotics: Benzodiazepines vs. Non-Benzodiazepines for Sleep

Benzodiazepines and non-benzodiazepines are both used for insomnia, but both carry serious risks like memory loss, falls, and dependence. New guidelines warn against long-term use. Learn the real differences-and what actually works better.