I have a severe sleep disorder Fear xanax rollercoaster again

I have had sleep problems for years. When my only child died from cancer, my Dr put me on xanax. After 5 yrs of 6mg of xanax a day, I decided to go to detox. Now, 6 months after detox, I am unable to sleep. It takes me 2 or 3 hrs to fall asleep and i wake up every 2 hrs. I am so tired and weary. Dr. put me on ambien and then lunesta. The side affects were horrible. Everything from headache to lousy taste. Now Dr. has put me on 1/2 mg xanax a night. It works but I am afraid of needing more as time goes on. Anyone that has an answer, please help me

I have two sleep disorders and have for about six or seven years. For regulating my sleep pattern Remeron is the way to go. I agree with you about the Ambien and Lunesta. Ambien in fact gave me hallunications. I have taken Remeron for nearly three years with negative side effects. It is a wonderful medication. First it is not habit forming. Second depending upon the strength the cost is anywhere from $30 to $45 a month. Finally, IT WORKS. App 45 minutes after you take the medication, you will feel very very sleepy and fall asleep within 7-10 minutes of laying down instead of laying for 2-4 hours in a "twilight sleep" that leaves you exhausted only to wake up and take 1-2 hours to fall back asleep. Upon waking (generally about 8 hours later) you may feel a little groggy but it is not too bad. A cup of coffee helps. DO NOT take this medication if you have to drive.

One other small perk with Remeron is that it is a very very mild-antidepressant and since I lost both of my children at the same time (I can relate sweetheart. *HUGS*) I can say taking Remeron overall is a winner. Please ask for this the next time you visit your Dr.