Back to Categories

Sleep & Insomnia

Sleep medications compared to natural sleep aids

Pharmaceutical Options

Prescription and over-the-counter medications

Diphenhydramine

Brand: Benadryl

Occasional insomnia

Effectiveness: 3/10

Doxepin

Brand: Silenor

Tricyclic Antidepressant

Insomnia with sleep maintenance difficulty

Effectiveness: 8/10

Eszopiclone

Brand: Lunesta

Non-Benzodiazepine Hypnotic

Insomnia

Effectiveness: 8/10

Trazodone

Brand: Desyrel

Antidepressant/Hypnotic

Insomnia

Effectiveness: 7/10

Zolpidem

Brand: Ambien

Sedative-Hypnotic

Short-term insomnia treatment

Effectiveness: 4/10

Natural Alternatives

Plant-based and natural remedies

Chamomile

Matricaria chamomilla

Mild insomnia

Effectiveness: 3/10

Melatonin

Endogenous hormone

Insomnia

Effectiveness: 4/10

Head-to-Head Comparisons

Zolpidem vs Melatonin

Prescription sleep medication versus natural sleep hormone for insomnia

ZolpidemvsMelatonin

Diphenhydramine vs Chamomile

OTC antihistamine sleep aid versus traditional herbal tea for occasional sleep issues

DiphenhydraminevsChamomile

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your treatment plan.