[Medical Q&A] Are sleeping pills really a "disaster" for treating insomnia?

Planner: Chinese Medical Association

Reviewer: Jiang Molin, deputy chief physician, Beijing Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Capital Medical University

Insomnia, a seemingly insignificant problem, actually has a far greater impact on us than we can imagine. It not only makes you feel low in spirits during the day, affecting your work and life, but it may also quietly bury hidden dangers to your health. Long-term insomnia may induce or aggravate diseases such as heart disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes, and can also cause mood swings and a decline in the immune system.

Some people who suffer from long-term insomnia choose to hold on and not take medication because they are worried about the adverse reactions of sleeping pills. In fact, this approach is not scientific. Under the guidance of a professional doctor, taking sleeping pills in a reasonable dosage and course of treatment is both safe and effective. Reasonable use of sleeping pills can not only help us improve sleep and reduce the damage of insomnia to health, but also effectively avoid problems such as fatigue, memory loss and dependence caused by drugs.

Therefore, if you are suffering from insomnia, please do not be afraid of sleeping pills. Sleeping pills are not a "thief" of health. Under the guidance of a doctor, they can be your assistant to help you regain sweet dreams. With timely medical treatment, regular evaluation, and reasonable medication, sleeping pills can become your effective partner in restoring healthy sleep.