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Information on side effects, interactions, dosage, and images of sleep medications. Learn about top
treatments for insomnia and narcolepsy, including Ambien, Lunesta and Nuvigil.

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Sonata Oral
This medication is used for a short time to treat people who have trouble falling asleep. If
you have other sleep problems such as not being able to sleep through the night, this
medication may not be right for you. Zaleplon is known as a hypnotic. It works on certain
centers in the brain to relax you and help you fall asleep faster.

Nuvigil Oral
Armodafinil decreases extreme sleepiness due to narcolepsy and other sleep disorders
such as difficult/irregular breathing during sleep (e.g., obstructive sleep apnea/hypopnea
syndrome-OSAHS). It is also used to decrease sleepiness due to work schedules that
interfere with a normal sleep routine (shift work sleep disorder-SWSD).

Lunesta Oral
This medication is used to treat sleep problems (insomnia). It may help you fall asleep
faster, sleep better during the night, and stay asleep longer. Eszopiclone belongs to a class
of drugs known as hypnotics.

Ambien Oral
Zolpidem is used to treat sleep problems (insomnia) in adults. If you have trouble falling
asleep, it helps you fall asleep faster, so you can get a better night's rest. Zolpidem belongs
to a class of drugs called sedative-hypnotics. It acts on your brain to produce a calming
effect.

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Ambien CR Oral

Zolpidem is used to treat sleep problems (insomnia) in adults. It helps you fall asleep faster
and stay asleep longer, so you can get a better night's sleep. It may also reduce the number
of times you wake up during the night. Zolpidem belongs to a class of drugs called sedativehypnotics. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect.
Ambien Oral

Zolpidem is used to treat sleep problems (insomnia) in adults. If you have trouble falling
asleep, it helps you fall asleep faster, so you can get a better night's rest. Zolpidem belongs
to a class of drugs called sedative-hypnotics. It acts on your brain to produce a calming
effect.
Armodafinil Oral

Armodafinil decreases extreme sleepiness due to narcolepsy and other sleep disorders
such as difficult/irregular breathing during sleep (e.g., obstructive sleep apnea/hypopnea
syndrome-OSAHS). It is also used to decrease sleepiness due to work schedules that
interfere with a normal sleep routine (shift work sleep disorder-SWSD).

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Butabarbital Oral
Butabarbital is used for a short time (no more than 2 weeks) to help you sleep. It may also
be used to help calm you during periods of anxiety or before surgery. Butabarbital belongs
to a class of drugs known as barbiturate hypnotics. It works by affecting certain parts of the
brain to cause drowsiness and calm you.

Butisol Oral

Butabarbital is used for a short time (no more than 2 weeks) to help you sleep. It may also
be used to help calm you during periods of anxiety or before surgery. Butabarbital belongs
to a class of drugs known as barbiturate hypnotics. It works by affecting certain parts of the
brain to cause drowsiness and calm you.

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Chloral Hydrate Oral

This medication is used for a short time (no more than 2 weeks) to treat sleeping problems
(insomnia). Chloral hydrate may also be used to calm you just before surgery or other
procedures. It belongs to a class of drugs known as sedative/hypnotics. It works by affecting
certain parts of the brain to cause calmness and sleep.

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Doral Oral

This medication is used for the short-term treatment of patients with trouble sleeping
(insomnia). It is generally used for 7-10 days. It may help you fall asleep faster and
decrease the number of times you awaken during the night. It may also help you sleep for a
longer period of time. Quazepam belongs to a class of medications called
sedative/hypnotics. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect.
Doxepin Oral

This medication is used to treat mental/mood problems such as depression and anxiety. It
may help improve mood and feelings of well-being, relieve anxiety and tension, help you
sleep better, and increase your energy level. This medication belongs to a class of
medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by affecting the balance of certain
natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

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Edluar SL
Zolpidem is used to treat sleep problems (insomnia) in adults. If you have trouble falling
asleep, it helps you fall asleep faster, so you can get a better night's rest. Zolpidem belongs
to a class of drugs called sedative-hypnotics. It acts on your brain to produce a calming
effect.

Estazolam Oral
This medication is used for the short-term treatment of patients with trouble sleeping
(insomnia). It is generally used for 7-10 days. It may help you fall asleep faster and
decrease the number of times you awaken during the night. It may also help you sleep for a
longer period of time. Estazolam belongs to a class of medications called
sedative/hypnotics. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect.

Eszopiclone Oral

This medication is used to treat sleep problems (insomnia). It may help you fall asleep
faster, sleep better during the night, and stay asleep longer. Eszopiclone belongs to a class
of drugs known as hypnotics.

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Flurazepam Oral

This medication is used for the short-term treatment of patients with trouble sleeping
(insomnia). It is generally used for 7-10 days. It may help you fall asleep faster and
decrease the number of times you awaken during the night. It may also help you sleep for a
longer period of time. Flurazepam belongs to a class of medications called
sedative/hypnotics. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect.

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Gabapentin Enacarbil Oral

This medication is used to treat moderate to severe restless legs syndrome. Gabapentin
enacarbil is changed by your body to gabapentin. Gabapentin belongs to a class of drugs
known as anti-seizure or anticonvulsant drugs.

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Halcion Oral

This medication is used for the short-term treatment of patients with trouble sleeping
(insomnia). It is generally used for 7-10 days. It may help you fall asleep faster and
decrease the number of times you awaken during the night. It may also help you sleep for a
longer period of time. Triazolam belongs to a class of medications called sedative/hypnotics.
It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect.
Horizant Oral

This medication is used to treat moderate to severe restless legs syndrome. Gabapentin
enacarbil is changed by your body to gabapentin. Gabapentin belongs to a class of drugs
known as anti-seizure or anticonvulsant drugs.

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Lunesta Oral

This medication is used to treat sleep problems (insomnia). It may help you fall asleep
faster, sleep better during the night, and stay asleep longer. Eszopiclone belongs to a class
of drugs known as hypnotics.

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Meladox Oral
Melatonin has been used for short-term treatment of trouble sleeping (insomnia) due to
sleep cycle disorders and time changes ("jet lag"). This product may help you fall asleep
faster and decrease the number of times you awaken during the night. It may also help you
sleep for a longer time. Melatonin is a substance that your body normally makes. It is
thought to help your body's regular daily cycle, hormone production, and sleep patterns.

Melatonin (With B6) Oral

Melatonin has been used for short-term treatment of trouble sleeping (insomnia) due to
sleep cycle disorders and time changes ("jet lag"). This product may help you fall asleep
faster and decrease the number of times you awaken during the night. It may also help you
sleep for a longer time. Melatonin is a substance that your body normally makes. It is
thought to help your body's regular daily cycle, hormone production, and sleep patterns.

Melatonin Oral
Melatonin has been used for short-term treatment of trouble sleeping (insomnia) due to
sleep cycle disorders and time changes ("jet lag"). This product may help you fall asleep
faster and decrease the number of times you awaken during the night. It may also help you
sleep for a longer time. Melatonin is a substance that your body normally makes. It is
thought to help your body's regular daily cycle, hormone production, and sleep patterns.

Melatonin-Pyridoxine HCl (B6) Oral

Melatonin has been used for short-term treatment of trouble sleeping (insomnia) due to
sleep cycle disorders and time changes ("jet lag"). This product may help you fall asleep
faster and decrease the number of times you awaken during the night. It may also help you
sleep for a longer time. Melatonin is a substance that your body normally makes. It is
thought to help your body's regular daily cycle, hormone production, and sleep patterns.

Melatonin-Pyridoxine (Vit B6) Oral

Melatonin has been used for short-term treatment of trouble sleeping (insomnia) due to
sleep cycle disorders and time changes ("jet lag"). This product may help you fall asleep
faster and decrease the number of times you awaken during the night. It may also help you
sleep for a longer time. Melatonin is a substance that your body normally makes. It is
thought to help your body's regular daily cycle, hormone production, and sleep patterns.

Modafinil Oral

Modafinil decreases extreme sleepiness due to narcolepsy and other sleep disorders such
as difficult/irregular breathing during sleep (e.g., obstructive sleep apnea/hypopnea
syndrome-OSAHS). It is also used to help you stay awake during work hours for people with
work schedules that interfere with a normal sleep routine (shift work sleep disorder-SWSD).

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Nuvigil Oral

Armodafinil decreases extreme sleepiness due to narcolepsy and other sleep disorders
such as difficult/irregular breathing during sleep (e.g., obstructive sleep apnea/hypopnea
syndrome-OSAHS). It is also used to decrease sleepiness due to work schedules that
interfere with a normal sleep routine (shift work sleep disorder-SWSD).

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Provigil Oral

Modafinil decreases extreme sleepiness due to narcolepsy and other sleep disorders such
as difficult/irregular breathing during sleep (e.g., obstructive sleep apnea/hypopnea
syndrome-OSAHS). It is also used to help you stay awake during work hours for people with
work schedules that interfere with a normal sleep routine (shift work sleep disorder-SWSD).

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Quazepam Oral

This medication is used for the short-term treatment of patients with trouble sleeping
(insomnia). It is generally used for 7-10 days. It may help you fall asleep faster and
decrease the number of times you awaken during the night. It may also help you sleep for a
longer period of time. Quazepam belongs to a class of medications called
sedative/hypnotics. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect.

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Ramelteon Oral
This medication is used to treat sleeplessness (insomnia). It helps you fall asleep faster so
you can get a full night's rest. Sleep is important for your ability to function, think clearly, and
remain alert. Lack of sleep can cause problems such as depression, heart disease and
accidents. Getting enough sleep allows your mind and body to repair itself and increases
your energy throughout the day.

Restoril Oral
This medication is used for the short-term treatment of patients with trouble sleeping
(insomnia). It is generally used for 7-10 days. It may help you fall asleep faster and

decrease the number of times you awaken during the night. It may also help you sleep for a
longer period of time. Temazepam belongs to a class of medications called
sedative/hypnotics. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect.
Rozerem Oral

This medication is used to treat sleeplessness (insomnia). It helps you fall asleep faster so
you can get a full night's rest. Sleep is important for your ability to function, think clearly, and
remain alert. Lack of sleep can cause problems such as depression, heart disease and
accidents. Getting enough sleep allows your mind and body to repair itself and increases
your energy throughout the day.

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secobarbital sodium Oral
This medication is used for a short time (no more than 2 weeks) to treat sleeping problems
(insomnia). It may also be used to calm you just before surgery. Secobarbital belongs to a
class of drugs known as barbiturate hypnotics. It works by affecting certain parts of the brain
to cause drowsiness and calm you.

Seconal Sodium Oral

This medication is used for a short time (no more than 2 weeks) to treat sleeping problems
(insomnia). It may also be used to calm you just before surgery. Secobarbital belongs to a
class of drugs known as barbiturate hypnotics. It works by affecting certain parts of the brain
to cause drowsiness and calm you.

Silenor Oral
This medication is used to treat sleep problems (insomnia). It may help you stay asleep
longer and reduce the number of times you awaken during the night. Doxepin belongs to a
class of drugs known as tricyclic antidepressants. It is not known how this medication
improves sleep, though it may be due to blocking histamine receptors.

sodium Oxybate Oral

This medication is used to treat narcolepsy, a condition that causes severe daytime
sleepiness. It can decrease symptoms such as daytime sleepiness, unwanted daytime
naps/sleep attacks, and nighttime awakening. It also reduces the number of sudden short
attacks of weak/paralyzed muscles (known as cataplexy) that can also occur in patients with
narcolepsy. Sodium oxybate is a central nervous system depressant. It is also known as
gamma hydroxybutyrate (GHB).

Somnote Oral
This medication is used for a short time (no more than 2 weeks) to treat sleeping problems
(insomnia). Chloral hydrate may also be used to calm you just before surgery or other

procedures. It belongs to a class of drugs known as sedative/hypnotics. It works by affecting

certain parts of the brain to cause calmness and sleep.
Sonata Oral

This medication is used for a short time to treat people who have trouble falling asleep. If
you have other sleep problems such as not being able to sleep through the night, this
medication may not be right for you. Zaleplon is known as a hypnotic. It works on certain
centers in the brain to relax you and help you fall asleep faster.

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Temazepam Oral

This medication is used for the short-term treatment of patients with trouble sleeping
(insomnia). It is generally used for 7-10 days. It may help you fall asleep faster and
decrease the number of times you awaken during the night. It may also help you sleep for a
longer period of time. Temazepam belongs to a class of medications called
sedative/hypnotics. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect.
Triazolam Oral

This medication is used for the short-term treatment of patients with trouble sleeping
(insomnia). It is generally used for 7-10 days. It may help you fall asleep faster and
decrease the number of times you awaken during the night. It may also help you sleep for a
longer period of time. Triazolam belongs to a class of medications called sedative/hypnotics.
It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect.

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Valerian Oral

Valerian root has been used for sleep problems (insomnia).

Valerian Root Oral

Valerian root has been used for sleep problems (insomnia).

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Xyrem Oral
This medication is used to treat narcolepsy, a condition that causes severe daytime
sleepiness. It can decrease symptoms such as daytime sleepiness, unwanted daytime
naps/sleep attacks, and nighttime awakening. It also reduces the number of sudden short

attacks of weak/paralyzed muscles (known as cataplexy) that can also occur in patients with
narcolepsy. Sodium oxybate is a central nervous system depressant. It is also known as
gamma hydroxybutyrate (GHB).

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Zaleplon Oral
This medication is used for a short time to treat people who have trouble falling asleep. If
you have other sleep problems such as not being able to sleep through the night, this
medication may not be right for you. Zaleplon is known as a hypnotic. It works on certain
centers in the brain to relax you and help you fall asleep faster.

Zolpidem Oral
Zolpidem is used to treat sleep problems (insomnia) in adults. It helps you fall asleep faster
and stay asleep longer, so you can get a better night's sleep. It may also reduce the number
of times you wake up during the night. Zolpidem belongs to a class of drugs called sedativehypnotics. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect.

Zolpidem SL
Zolpidem is used to treat sleep problems (insomnia) in adults. If you have trouble falling
asleep, it helps you fall asleep faster, so you can get a better night's rest. Zolpidem belongs
to a class of drugs called sedative-hypnotics. It acts on your brain to produce a calming
effect.

Zolpimist Oral
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat sleep problems (insomnia) in adults. If you have
trouble falling asleep, it helps you fall asleep faster, so