Complex Effects of Antidepressants on Sleep & Depression: What You Should Know

Depression often comes with significant sleep disturbances that can persist even after other symptoms improve. Choosing an antidepressant that alleviates sleep problems may improve outcomes. Key Facts: Sleep complaints like insomnia occur in 60-90% of depression patients. Poor sleep is associated with higher suicide risk. Sedative antidepressants like mirtazapine quickly improve sleep, while SSRIs/SNRIs may …

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Clonidine for Insomnia & Sleep in Chronic Pain Patients: More Effective Than Zopiclone

A new study published in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine has found that the medication clonidine is more effective and safer than zopiclone for treating insomnia in people with chronic pain. Key findings: Clonidine provided better pain relief than zopiclone. Clonidine helped patients fall asleep faster. Patients felt more rested after taking clonidine compared …

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