OVERVIEW

Insomnia is a sleep disorder that can make it hard to fall asleep, stay asleep, or both. People with insomnia can feel tired during the day. They may have trouble concentrating and may even be irritable. Insomnia can also cause physical problems, such as headaches and stomachaches.

There are two types of insomnia: primary and secondary. Primary insomnia is when a person has difficulty sleeping even when there are no other medical conditions present. Secondary insomnia is when a person has difficulty sleeping because of another medical condition, such as depression, anxiety, or pain.
There are many treatment options for both types of insomnia.

Insomnia is a common pathology in the general population. It is estimated that 10 to 15 percent of the adult population has chronic insomnia and 25 to 35 percent have suffered occasional or transient insomnia due to stressful situations.

SYMPTOMS

The signs and symptoms of insomnia may include the following:

• Difficulty falling asleep at night.
• Waking up during the night.
• Not feeling well-rested after a night’s sleep.
• Irritability, depression or anxiety.
• Increased errors or accidents.

CAUSES

Insomnia may be the primary problem, or it may be associated with other conditions.

Common causes of chronic insomnia include:

• Stress.
• Travel or work schedule.
• Poor sleep habits.
• Eating too much late in the evening.

TREATMENT

Available treatments we offer, include but are not limited to:

• Trazodone
• Doxepin
• Hydroxyzine
• Ramelteon

DISCLAIMER: we do NOT prescribe controlled substances.