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Definition
"Ambien"
-widely available
-can cause strange dreams, dissociative symptoms
-less effective after two weeks |
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Term
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Definition
"Sonata"
-very short acting, may be taken if wake in middle of night
-can be habit forming |
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Term
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Definition
"Rozerem"
-similar to melatonin; unlikely to be habit forming |
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Term
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Definition
"Lunesta"
-can take for longer periods than other hypnotics
-expensive
-withdrawal syndrome |
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Term
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Definition
"Desyrel"
-relatively benign
-commonly used on inpatient unit
-grogginess in morning
-priaprism
-serotonin mixed against |
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