I wanna know about my problem. Actually I have a problem of taking cough syrup regularly, just to sleep, simply I take alcohol regular. I do not sleep well. Suggest me something.

Dr. J Mariano Anto Bruno MascarenhasNeurosurgeon17yrs exp

90% (1670 ratings)

Ask Free Question

Dear madam cough syrups do have components to give you sleep ie technically speaking sedatives are included in small doses in cough syrup instead of taking cough syrups as sedatives, I would suggest you two alternatives alternative one: consult a neurologist. Alternative two: follow the following steps which will solve most of problems associated with sleep 1. You have to first have a natural circadian rhythm a. Try to go to sleep and get up at the same time every day. B. And wake at the same time 2. Food a. Do not take coffee or tea after 6 pm b. Milk can be taken 3. Light a. Cover the windows and doors with curtains and avoid light b. Avoid watching tv lying in bed c. Avoid mobile phones / tablets 4. Exercise a. Walk for 45 minutes after dinner b. Take a bath after that try the above simple techniques for two weeks and let me know how much you have improved. 

0 person found this helpful