What kind of sleeping pills can one take with lithium that will not leave you out it the next day?
Antihistamines
* Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
* 25-50 mg at bedtime
* May cause drowsiness, dizziness, and dry mouth
* Hydroxyzine (Vistaril)
* 25-100 mg at bedtime
* May cause drowsiness, dizziness, and headaches
Benzodiazepines
* Lorazepam (Ativan)
* 2-4 mg at bedtime
* May cause drowsiness, dizziness, and headaches
* _Use with caution, benzodiazepines can be addictive_
Low dose melatonin.
Always discuss the use of any sleep aids with your doctor before taking them while on lithium.
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