Lunesta

Posted by gmamrj @gmamrj, Sep 4 7:51pm

I have withdrawn fro Ativan for 9 days now. Really having issues sleeping.
PCP firs prescribed Hydroxyzine
Slept great for 2 night then the anxiety started.
He is now suggesting Lunesta.
Has anyone had any experience with this drug?
I really do not want to take another drug
Wondering also about some of the over the counter sleep aids Really need to sleep. 3 hours at max a night is not working.
Thank you for your input.

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kawanhee | @kawanhee | Sep 11 5:57pm

In reply to @gmamrj "I am really considering going back on it. At my age…82 what difference will it make?..." + (show)

I tapered off of Ativan because it was a benzo and wasn’t helping me sleep anymore. All
My doctors wanted me off it. I transitioned to mirtazapine which allows me to sleep…finally.
I also had genetic testing to find out which drugs would work for me. You may want to look into that. Best wishes!!

gmamrj | @gmamrj | Sep 11 7:15pm

In reply to @kawanhee "I tapered off of Ativan because it was a benzo and wasn’t helping me sleep anymore...." + (show)

Thank you
I am working with my pharmacist. Actually did genetic testing today to see what drugs will work for me. I am really weird. Melatonin sets me on a role .. like drinking 8 cups of coffee.
Tried lexapro and that was a nightmare. Hopefully the testing will help
Do not think doctors know that much about pharmacology. They just prescribe pills!!!!