Won’t stay asleep

Sunnygirl1990

My dad won’t stay asleep the whole night, we have tried different kinds of melatonin. Any suggestions?

H1235

There are different medications that can be prescribed. I would talk with his doctor. Some medications for anxiety, hallucinations or other problems may also help with sleep. So make sure to explain all your concerns. Seroquel is one I have seen mentioned often.

Quilting brings calm

Ask the doctor for mitrazipine. It’s an anti-depressant and sleep aid. It worked great for my mom in terms of sleeping. She stopped walking the halls of the AL at night.

Colacho10

It's tough to recommend specific medicines without knowing your dad's full situation. That is why seeing a doctor is the best option; they can evaluate everything, including his age, overall health, other medications he's taking, and the specific aspects of his sleep that are affected.

Sometimes lifestyle changes can make a big difference, and natural remedies like lemon balm or valerian tea might help, but a doctor can determine the safest and most effective options for him.

eaglemom

Its a basic question, but I have to ask. Are you making certain he's not having any caffeine of any kind after 6:00 pm? Sometimes people don't realize what's in what they are drinking / eating.

Also, as suggested, discuss it with the neurologist. Different types of melatonin work differently. He possibly needs one that is a long lasting one. But its always best to discuss this with the physicians.

eagle

katmom1

I've been giving my mom gummies at night. They have CBD (she has body pain), melatonin, and a little THC. She's been sleeping through the night ever since, it's been lovely.

Chessman

get a script for trazodone…

eaglemom

I was just checking in to see how the sleeping was going. Were you able to discuss this with his PCP or neurologist? Make certain to check with them prior to trying any OTC medication.

eagle

Chessman

Hi…My wife takes trazodone before bed and sleeps 10-11 hours

Anonymousjpl123

I wish I had more to add. I will just say that a geriatric psychiatrist - or even a GP with experience in dementia - can really, really help. The meds are different for PWD. It took my mom a minute to get the right amount but now she is much better. But she did need an experienced doctor to find the right balance.