Insomnia Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
Referral
A
- Chronic >3 weeks
- Suspected depression
- <16Y
- Medication ADR: fluoxetine, phenytoin, corticosteroids
2
Q
Treatment
A
Antihistamines
- Diphenhydramine (nytol) 16+
- Promethazine (sominex, phenergan) 16+
Take at bed time
3
Q
Advice
A
- Do not use mobile, computers or watch TV before bed
- Establish regular sleep routine
- Avoid napping during day
- Relax before bed
