Sleeping Pill Treatment

When old-generation sleeping pills (barbiturates or benzodiazepines) are used for a long time and outside a doctor's control, they have the potential to cause both physical and psychological tolerance and addiction. However, new-generation "Z-drug" hypnotics and melatonin receptor agonists are much safer. A sleeping pill is never prescribed as a permanent treatment lasting for months, but as a short-term (2-4 weeks) support.

Sleeping pills are just a crutch. Sleep hygiene is essential for permanent sleep: Making sure the bedroom is completely dark and cool, staying away from blue light (phone/TV) 2 hours before bedtime, not consuming caffeine in the afternoon, and establishing a rhythm of going to bed and waking up at the same time every day can completely eliminate the need for medication.