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ProSom, Eurodin;
benzo for sleep |
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Ambien;
z drug; non-benzo for sleep |
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Sonata;
z drug; non-benzo for sleep |
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Lunesta;
z drug; non-benzo for sleep |
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| Actions of Benzos on Sleep Patterns |
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REM sleep = reduced & REM latency = prolonged;
reduction in slow wave activity;
spindle activity = increased;
increased light sleep;
decreased deep sleep;
sleep quality = poor |
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| Benzos Approved for Sleep |
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Estazolam (ProSom, Eurodin);
Triazolam (Halcion);
Temazepam (Restoril);
most are Rx'd for short-term trmt (1 - 4 wks) |
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| Non-Benzos for Sleep ("Z-Drugs") |
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Zolpidem (Ambien);
Zaleplon (Sonata);
Eszopiclone (Lunesta) |
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Rozerem;
non-benzo for sleep |
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Melatonin;
Diphenyhdramine |
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