There are two types of sleeping pills available in the UK; those that you can purchase over the counter, or those that are prescribed. The different types of prescription sleeping pills include:
Over the counter Sleeping Pills:
- Benadryl, or diphenhydramine, which is a common ingredient in OTC sleep aids.
Prescription Sleeping Pills:
- Benzodiazepines – such as alprazolam and diazepam.
- Z-drugs – such as Zolpidem, zopiclone, zaleplon.
The effects sleeping pills can vary from individual to individual. However, common effects that sleeping pills can have include, lack of co-ordination, hallucinations, feeling dizzy or lightheaded, and reduced anxiety levels.
The risks although associated with the use of sleeping pills include:
Tolerance: The need for higher doses to achieve the same effect.
Dependence: Physical and psychological dependence on the drug.
Withdrawal symptoms: Anxiety, insomnia, tremors, seizures.
Increased risk of accidents: Impaired judgment and coordination.
Interactions with other medications: Can lead to dangerous side effects.
Beyond the physical and mental effects of sleeping pills, individuals struggling with sleeping pills addiction and dependence may present several warning signs. These include:
- Taking higher doses than prescribed.
- Craving the medication.
- Experiencing withdrawal symptoms when trying to reduce or stop use.
- Using the medication despite negative consequences.
Individuals who have been taking sleeping pills in high does over a long period and are struggling to use their use, may require sleeping pill addiction help through rehabilitation in order to achieve sobriety and treat their addiction.
New Leaf Recovery offer comprehensive sleeping pills addiction treatment and rehabilitation programme, which includes:
Medical detoxification: Safely managing withdrawal symptoms under medical supervision.
Rehabilitation Treatment: Together with detoxification and other therapies offered at New Leaf, our rehabilitation treatment can help individuals to start their recovery journey.
Individual and group therapy: Addressing underlying issues and developing coping skills.
Medication management: Tailored treatment plans to support recovery.
Holistic therapies: Mindfulness, movement therapy, CBT, and other complementary approaches.
Aftercare support: Ongoing guidance and support to maintain sobriety through 1 to 1 sessions, group therapy and counselling.
Contact us today on 0300 999 0330 or 0121 251 4431 or fill out our online contact form.
Sleeping Pills Addiction Treatment at New Leaf Recovery
New Leaf Recovery is a private rehabilitation centre based in Birmingham. We offer our residential rehabilitation programmes to individuals battling a range of addictions including sleeping pill addictions.
Our sleeping pill addiction treatment is tailored to your individual needs and addiction requirements. Call us today on 0300 999 0330 or 0121 251 4431 or fill out online contact form to start your recovery journey and get the sleeping pill addiction help you need.
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