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Health Tip: Can't Sleep?

Posted on 09/02/2009, 09:00
By -- Diana Kohnle

Your medication may be responsible

(HealthDay News) -- Everyone has an occasional restless night, but persistent insomnia can make you both sick and tired.

The National Sleep Foundation says a number of medications can lead to insomnia. Here's a list of the most common examples:

Cold and allergy medications.
High blood pressure medications.
Medications to treat heart disease.
Medications to treat thyroid problems.
Birth control.
Asthma medications.
Medications to manage pain.
Medications for depression, particularly SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors).

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