11-27-2017, 11:16 AM
(11-26-2017, 11:27 PM)fishfarmer Wrote: Apologize my friends, but OTC sleepaids knock me out, I know this comment sounds Like a record skipping but if you have not tried Diphenhydramine HCL, in either 25 or 50 mg, at least give it a shot as you can get it when yo go grocery shopping, and it is cheap-just get the store-brand. No one has ever agreed with me on this so I promise I will not mention again. FF
Fishfarmer, I agree with you. Well... they don't knock me out, not that strong, but definitely help me sleep. Ok, it isn't for everyone, but I certainly use this to minimise use of benzos or z-drugs for sleep. I found that Kirkland Signature do a good value version through Costco (bottle of 600 for $14 USD - numbers from memory, so I may be a bit off, but something like that).
Other sleepy first generation anti histamines are also available. Some are easier to come by than others.
I regard diphenhydramine as a useful tool for people tapering off benzos to help deal with the sleep issue. Note it can make some people dream more. Personally I've found that fine, but your mileage may vary.