Hi
Melatonin may work in the early stages of PD. But, for advanced PD
patients it can worsen the PD symptoms.
One can try alternate approaches.
Get rid of the pain if you have any. This definitely helps me to
sleep better and longer.
Try meditation when you are lying in your bed ready to sleep.
Occasionally, I try 1/4 th of a pill of valarian root.
Caution: Done't try anything without consulting with your doctor.
Good luck!
Raj
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From: "Wendy Siegel" <[log in to unmask]>
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Sent: Friday, January 09, 2004 12:43 PM
Subject: Re: How to sleep?
> Melatonin was the only thing that worked for my grandfather. None of the
> prescribed sleeping meds worked for him. Wine works for me. I have heard
> benadryl helps some people.
>
> Wendy
>
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> Our helper lady has a terrible time trying to sleep. She would like to
> try
> some over the counter sleep meds. Any suggestions out there for
> something
> that you like or works well?
>
> K. F. Etzold CG Carline
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