Sleeping aids - Sonata???
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Sleeping aids - Sonata???
It has come to my attention (Daily telegraph 12/7) that there is a new type of sleeping tablet available called Sonata (Zaleplon).
Apparently it acts in a different manner to previous drugs. It is said to take effect within 30 minutes, maintains natural sleep patterns and has a short half-life - which means that it is rapidly cleared from the body with no drowziness or hangover effects after only 4 hours. the article says that it is to be the first drug of it's kind licensed to be used 'as required'. It can be taken as late as 0300, as long as their are 4 hours remaining sleep for an individual, then that person will be able to operate machinery etc as normal. It is also said to have absolutedly no addictive tendencies.
Well to insomniacs, like me, this sounds like the wonder drug. I am though, sceptical of such things that claim such high accolades and I would not seek to obtain this drug without some more information on it's compatability for pilots.
So over to you!!! Any AMEs/Docs or anybody else that may have some more information on this drug???????
Apparently it acts in a different manner to previous drugs. It is said to take effect within 30 minutes, maintains natural sleep patterns and has a short half-life - which means that it is rapidly cleared from the body with no drowziness or hangover effects after only 4 hours. the article says that it is to be the first drug of it's kind licensed to be used 'as required'. It can be taken as late as 0300, as long as their are 4 hours remaining sleep for an individual, then that person will be able to operate machinery etc as normal. It is also said to have absolutedly no addictive tendencies.
Well to insomniacs, like me, this sounds like the wonder drug. I am though, sceptical of such things that claim such high accolades and I would not seek to obtain this drug without some more information on it's compatability for pilots.
So over to you!!! Any AMEs/Docs or anybody else that may have some more information on this drug???????
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JetA1, I like many other IT Charter pilots tried the 'Halcyon' based drugs of the late eighties when the CAA were pushing Temazepam and Diazolam etc. I turned into a zombie with a bad attitude. (Some would say what's changed?)
I would hope that the drug you describe lives up to it's promises, but remember, we were told that those drugs were 'safe' and 'miracle' in their effects, and look where we are now ten years later.
I have to sleep at all hours every week during the summer season. Firstly, I found that using foam earplugs improved my sleep, your hearing improves as you relax so minor noises affect you more. Then started using herbal relaxants. 'KALMS' and 'NATRACALM' are two that I find work.
I know you may feel that your life is too complicated and that the real thing is required. But so did I. Try them with the earplugs. You can educate yourself to use the plugs at home during a normal night rather than waiting until your in a hotel.
But at the end of the day, try to look at yourself and your life and see where the stress that's causing the insomnia can be reduced. The herbal tablets won't send you to sleep, but they will prepare your body to a state of relaxation that allows you to sleep naturally, and with better quality.
Good luck.
I would hope that the drug you describe lives up to it's promises, but remember, we were told that those drugs were 'safe' and 'miracle' in their effects, and look where we are now ten years later.
I have to sleep at all hours every week during the summer season. Firstly, I found that using foam earplugs improved my sleep, your hearing improves as you relax so minor noises affect you more. Then started using herbal relaxants. 'KALMS' and 'NATRACALM' are two that I find work.
I know you may feel that your life is too complicated and that the real thing is required. But so did I. Try them with the earplugs. You can educate yourself to use the plugs at home during a normal night rather than waiting until your in a hotel.
But at the end of the day, try to look at yourself and your life and see where the stress that's causing the insomnia can be reduced. The herbal tablets won't send you to sleep, but they will prepare your body to a state of relaxation that allows you to sleep naturally, and with better quality.
Good luck.
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Try Cammomile tea, it tastes disgusting but it normalises sleep EEG and does a more effetive job than anything else, costs less, and has no side effects.
Spend £2.50 for a two week supply. If it doesnt work I 'll give you your money back (I promise).
(I dont have an alternative axe to grind..!)
Spend £2.50 for a two week supply. If it doesnt work I 'll give you your money back (I promise).
(I dont have an alternative axe to grind..!)
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Tryptophan, a constituent of protein, is non addictive and if taken in doses of 1000-3000mg will result in about 4 hours sleep however an increased intake of Vitamin B6 100mg with zinc 10mg, 1000mg Vitamin C, Calcium 600mg + magnesium 400mg and a good quality Multivitamin Multimineral on a daily basis (without the Tryptophan if possible) is better in the long term.
