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Awilson837

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on: Jul 24, 2018
Valerian tea causes relaxation and can be used to help a patient fall asleep. Overdosage of valerian (more than 2.5 gm/dose) may lead to:
 
  1. Cardiac disturbances
  2. Central nervous system depression
  3. Respiratory depression
  4. Skin rashes

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When melatonin is used to induce sleep, the recommendation is that the patient:
 
  1. Take 10 mg 30 minutes before bed nightly
  2. Take 1 to 5 mg 30 minutes before bed nightly
  3. Not take melatonin more than three nights a week
  4. Combine melatonin with zolpidem (Ambien) for the greatest impact on sleep


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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
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Awilson837

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
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