sleep aids
Drowsiness-inducing products
Sleep aids are substances or devices intended to help someone fall or stay asleep.
The term most often refers to medications—prescription sedatives, over-the-counter antihistamines, or supplements like melatonin: I've been relying on sleep aids since the insomnia started.
It also covers non-pharmaceutical tools: white noise machines, weighted blankets, blackout curtains.
- melatoninCircadian rhythm regulator
- diphenhydramineSedating antihistamine compound
- over the counterSold without prescription
- benzodiazepinesSedative-hypnotic drug class
- sedativesDrugs that calm
lemon balm · valerian root · hypnotics · glycine · trazodone · bedtime routines · bedtime story · weighted blanket · doxylamine · passionflower · relaxation techniques · deep breathing · fall asleep · antihistamines · ashwagandha · chamomile tea · warm milk · lavender oil
- medicationspills, Tylenol, capsules, tablets, Xanax
- drugstore itemsaspirin, ibuprofen, acetaminophen, bandages, vitamins
- OTC Medicineaspirin, ibuprofen, acetaminophen, Tylenol, Advil
- sedativessedative, sedatives, tranq, tranks, tranquilizers
- sleep customssiesta, napping, siesta culture, futons, futon
- Relaxation methodsmeditation, yoga, massage, spa treatment, aromatherapy
sleep aidsstimulants
Agents that heighten arousal
caffeine · amphetamines · energy drinks · coffee · uppers
sleep aidspick-me-ups
Stimulants that restore energy
study drugs · performance enhancers · alarm clocks · bright light therapy · cold showers