Sleep Fundamentals || Z is for Z-class drugs
Sleeping pills include drugs from a wide variety of classes; Z-class drugs are those developed specifically to treat sleep problems. [...]
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Sleeping pills: Our Pinterest board takes a look at sleep aids
Confused about sleep aids? Not sure about the safety of sleeping pills? What about melatonin, OTC medications for sleep, or other substances? This Pinterest board gets you started on your journey to understanding the pharmacology of sleep. [...]
YouTube takes on the use and abuse of the sleeping pill known as Ambien (zolpidem)
People who turn to the sleeping pill zolpidem (Ambien) may be at higher risk for all kinds of healthy and safety problems, not least of which are drowsy driving, addiction, and dangerous falls. Ambien is not meant to be used nightly or for the long term and has a long list of adverse side effects to go with it. Check out these podcasts and videos for insights into the risks in taking Ambien. [...]
Sleep News Weekly || Oct 6, 2017: Jamie Oliver tackles energy drinks, insomnia gene, most sleep-deprived colleges, and more
Bet you didn't know muscles had a role in circadian rhythms... or that 4 percent of all Americans take sleeping pills or other aids to help them fall asleep. Learn more about how America (and the world) sleeps in this week's news update. [...]
From the American Sleep Apnea Association: “The fallible Tiger Woods”
It seems that many prescription drug users do not understand (or care about) the dangerous side effects of these medications. Nor are they aware how their use can impair driving. This, in spite of directly spoken warnings from healthcare professionals and multiple warnings found on drug labels and recited by dispensing pharmacists. [...]
Drowsy Driving spotlight: The infamous SHC “hit” list returns
Drowsy driving happens when we get behind the wheel of the car before we are awake and alert enough to drive. We can still be awake and drive drowsy. [...]