What insomnia medications for seniors 70+?

Treatment of insomnia in people aged 70+ may require an individual approach, as different patients may have different needs and react differently to different medications. Therefore, before starting any drug therapy in case of insomnia, I encourage you to consult your doctor. If it is not possible to visit a stationary visit, I encourage you to use teleadvice via, for example, the Gdziepolek.pl portal:
https://www.gdziepolek.pl/telekonsultacja

Within his competence, the pharmacist may propose over-the-counter preparations for insomnia, which we wrote about here: https://www.gdziepolek.pl/artykuly/preparaty-na-sen

Melatonin - is a mild drug based on a natural substance that regulates the rhythm of sleep and wakefulness, it is a good option for the elderly. https://www.gdziepolek.pl/produkty/47918/melatonina-lek-am-tabletki/apteki

Persen Night - is a plant medicine used to relieve sleep disorders (such as a feeling of lack of sleep and difficulty falling asleep) and mild states of nervous tension (eg fatigue, nervousness and irritability). https://www.gdziepolek.pl/produkty/93862/persen-noc-drazetki/apteki

Behavioral therapies are often used to treat insomnia, especially in seniors. Such approaches may include cognitive behavioral therapy, sleep hygiene, and other strategies aimed at improving sleep habits. The most important rules are, m.in:

* No TV in the bedroom - blue light regulates melatonin levels and interferes with sleep. The room should be dark, * Suitable mattress - it is best to try it for a few nights when buying, * Ear protection - 40 decibel (dB) acoustic noises affect the autonomic nervous system and generate stress. As a rule, waking up occurs at a noise level of 60 dB or more, * The alarm clock or watch should be set in such a way that you can not constantly look at it, * The room temperature should be pleasant and the humidity high enough, * Do not eat a hearty meal in the evening, you should avoid coffee and alcohol.

For seniors, it's also important to understand that certain medications that are taken for other medical conditions can affect sleep. Your doctor may consider adjusting your doses or changing your medications if you suspect they are affecting insomnia.

Please remember that the treatment of insomnia in seniors should take into account the general state of health, current medications, possible comorbidities and other factors. Therefore, it is always best to consult a doctor who will be able to adapt the therapy to the individual needs of the patient and monitor possible side effects or drug interactions. If it is not possible to visit a stationary visit, I encourage you to use teleadvice via, for example, the Gdziepolek.pl portal: https://www.gdziepolek.pl/telekonsultacja