Will doxylamine succinate help you sleep?

Answer by  cafish (2035)

Yes, this drug is used as a sleep aid. It has a use for allergies also. Tell the doctor the other medications that you are taking.

Answer by  kungfukid (1241)

Doxylamine succinate is an effective commercial sleep aid, side effects include dry mouth, urinary tract problems and drowsiness. You still get that tired hung over feeling the next morning. Safer alternatives are Valerian root, or melatonin. To really turn your lights out for a great nights sleep, get a c-pap machine.

Answer by  chels (177)

It will help you sleep but it is better to talk your doctor about why your having a hard time sleeping. It could be an underlying problem.

Answer by  kungfukid (1241)

Doxylamine succinate will help you sleep. It is an antihistamine which is commonly used alone and also in combination with other drugs like cold and flu remedies.

Answer by  awanderingbard (55)

Doxylamine succinate is a medicine used for both the treatment of allergies and to aid in falling asleep. Take the product 30 minutes before you want to go to bed. The medicine should not be used for children under the age of 12.

Answer by  Liz59 (10966)

Yeah, I heard it will. But you know what, don't take sleeping pills. In the long run, they will damage you.

Answer by  Angela17 (697)

Doxylamine is an antihistamine that can be used to halp you sleep as well as an allergy medication. If you are always having trouble sleeping, it is best to seek the adive of a doctor so you are not taking anything that can be habit forming and unsafe to take everyday. Your doctor will perscribe you something safe.