sleep aids

[dojetdriver]

I REM like crazy with this formula and get some bizarre dreams. Enjoy the ride...

I'm glad it's not only me. I have also had some wack a$$ dreams when using melatonin.

 

[gear_guy]

I tend to avoid prescription meds. If you want to try something herbal, I use Valerian root. Go to any natural health food store to find it. Zero side effects and no hangover. Takes about an hour to take effect. This is also good for those of you who are "white coat" hypertensive. And best of all, you don't have to report it to the FAA. It has been a wonder herb for me. Speak with whoever is working there about dosage. But you will likely have to start small and work your way up to the dosage that works for you. Be prepared...it smells awful. Just hold your breath till it's swallowed.

 

[2EASYPilot]

I take 1 Tylenol PM, or two if I just ate dinner. Thats all it takes to push me over the edge into uninterrupted sleep if I have an early report. I always wake up rested, never groggy.

I second the Tylenol PM, one does it for me...washed down with several good brews.

 

[Dinger]

As a pilot, I should not be surprised that the lowest common denominator in this thread is....ALCOHOL!

At least it's not just me self-medicating! I don't know why, but it seems a glass or two of a good red wine seems to allow me to sleep best.

Maybe some day I will try something that is intended to be a sleep aid vs. something that god put on this earth to make me a good dancer, irresistable and super smart!

 

[GogglesPisano]

I second the Tylenol PM, one does it for me...washed down with several good brews.

That's really, really bad advice.

http://everything2.com/index.pl?node_id=1137040

 

[flynhigh27]

i talked to my Doc about some of the OTC sleep aids. He said dont bother, just buy some generic Benadryl. The ingerdiants in the sleep aids are the same as Benadryl. I think half of it is a placebo effect, thinking that you took something, so you MUST be tired now.

 

[sqwkvfr]

i talked to my Doc about some of the OTC sleep aids. He said dont bother, just buy some generic Benadryl. The ingerdiants in the sleep aids are the same as Benadryl. I think half of it is a placebo effect, thinking that you took something, so you MUST be tired now.

Second that...got the same advice from a pharmacist.

 

[Booker]

The ingerdiants in the sleep aids are the same as Benadryl.

That's correct for the "PM" analgesics (e.g., Tylenol PM). The active sleep ingredient is diphenhydramine, which is also the active ingredient in [SIZE=-1]Benadryl[/SIZE].

 

[Amish RakeFight]

I second the Tylenol PM, one does it for me...washed down with several good brews.

DANGER!!!

Acetaminophen (active ingredient in Tylenol) and alcohol is DEADLY.

Before, during or after (hangover) alcohol consumption.

It will build up to a toxic level and shut your liver down.

 

[Capt1124]

Yes, alcohol is not a good sleep aid. And acetameniphen (sp?) is not good for your liver. The cure shouldn't be worse than the disease.

 

[Amish RakeFight]

..be careful, a lot of other meds. contain acetaminophen BESIDES Tylenol.

For instance, PERCOCET, VICODIN, OXYCONTIN, HYCODANE, etc. - things commonly prescirbed for dental work or pain relief.

Even a low dose of this combined with alcohol has proven deadly.

 

[Lead Sled]

I have taken those when I get home with no ill effects.

On the road .... just watch CNN international or SKY news. Once you have seen the same clip 15 times you will off to dream land ...

Over the counter melatonin is the way to go. A few years ago, we had a NASA sleep scientist talk to us about recovering from jet lag and that is what he recommended. Start slowly and work up until you find the right amount for you. Too much and you'll get some pretty vivid dreams.

LS

 

[gutshotdraw]

Every human body reacts differently to different compounds. You'll have to experiment (preferably at home on your days off) to find out which works best for you.

 

[Say Again Over]

Wow, luckily ear plugs and anything to make the room black works for me, don't like to use the drugs, now as far as when I am drowsy, I received a great recommendation, Red Bull. Leaving the west coast in my car for Las Vegas, was real drowsy almost immediately, stopped off for a Red Bull, in about 20 minutes all symptoms went away without any jitters or other strange side effects.

 

[Flythis]

How about a good jerk. Sleepy time.