Originally Posted by
bajacondo
Nytol Extra Strength should do the trick for over the counter sleep aids. Sominex seems to be harder and harder to find.
I find they can be OK for mild sleeplessness, but that prescription sleeping tablets like zopiclone are much better. And if the recommended dose of Nytol/Sominex doesn't work, taking more is a mistake: you will be very drowsy when you land.
Some tranquilizers, like Valium, aren't too bad for doing exactly the opposite of what you want: putting you to sleep, but not really keeping you asleep after a couple of hours if you are disturbed.
I still think you'd be better off seeing a GP.