RateADrug.com Logo The users guide
to prescription drugs
and supplements
Finding the right
medication is important
Let RateADrug help.
  • Evaluate your current medication
  • Compare conventional and alternative therapies
  • Get information without drug company bias
 Home |Compare Treatments |Evaluate Your Treatment |Symptom Feedback |Drugs A to Z |Supplements A to Z |More Tools
Search for a Treatment  
Find Treatments by Condition       
Browse by name:
Aa-Ab | Ac | Ad-Ak | Al | Am | An-Ap | Aq-Ar | As-Az  Hide
Ba-Bd | Be-Bh | Bi-Bo | Bp-Br | Bs-Bz  Hide
Ca | Cb-Ce | Cf-Ch | Ci | Cj-Cl | Cm-Co | Cp-Cz  Hide
Da-Dd | De | Df-Di |Dj-Do | Dp-Dz  Hide
Ea-El | Em-Ep | Eq-Es | Et | Eu-Ez  Hide
Fa-Fd | Fe-Fh | Fi-Fk | Fl | Fm-Ft | Fu-Fz  Hide
Ha-He | Hf-Hz  Hide
Ia-Il | Im-In | Io-Ip | Iq-Iz  Hide
La-Ld | Le| Lf-Ln| Lo | Lp-Lz  Hide
Na | Nb-Nh | Ni | Nj-Nz  Hide
Oa-Op | Oq-Ow | Ox-Oz  Hide
Pa | Pb-Pe | Pf-Ph | Pi | Pj-Pr | Ps-Pz  Hide
Ra-Rd | Re | Rf-Rz  Hide
Ta-Td | Te | Tf-Th | Ti | Tj-Tq | Tra-Tri | Trj-Tz  Hide
Treatment Information
There is no brand desctiption
Famous People with Insomnia & Sleeping Disorder
SmallMichael_Jackson_1984.jpg

Michael Jackson

An autopsy revealed that Michael Jackson died of a lethal overdose of the anesthetic propofol, or Diprivan, which he used to relieve his chronic insomnia.

Small800px-Heath_Ledger.jpg

Heath Ledger

Actor Heath Ledger suffered from insomnia and sometimes slept less than two hours a night.

SmallElvisPresley-OneNight.jpg

Elvis Presley

Elvis Presley is one of 20th century pop culture's most important figures. He suffered from drug addiction and insomnia.

SmallDrew_Barrymore_2_by_David_Shankbone_chestcrop.jpg

Drew Barrymore

Actress, film producer, and director Drew Barrymore had a troubled childhood. She now suffers from severe insomnia and anxiety attacks.

SmallMarilyn_Monroe_in_Gentlemen_Prefer_Blondes_trailer.jpg

Marilyn Monroe

Marilyn Monroe was one of the bombshells of the 20th century. Unfortunately, she suffered from several health problems, including insomnia, endometriosis, and drug addiction.

Small490px-Eminem_at_DJ_Hero_Party.jpg

Eminem

The highest grossing rapper in the world has a history of insomnia and drug dependence. He checked himself into rehabilitation to help deal with his condition.

RateADrug.com - Where users identify, review and compare
over 8000 prescription drugs and alternative treatments
RateADrug users evaluate their treatments and compare real-world safety and effectiveness data on prescription drugs and alternative therapies.
Recent RateADrug.com User Comments
Melatonin
User Ratings:
5.3
Effectiveness
4.3
Side Effects
5.7
Holistic Benefits
I have struggled with frequent bouts of insomnia since high schools. I've tried almost every prescription sleep aid on the market with less than positive results. They often left me feeling exhausted, had vivid, violent dreams, and overslept numerous times. Melatonin has been a life-saver. I take the 5 mg pill a half hour before bed and I sleep pretty well; almost the whole night through.
Cymbalta
User Ratings:
3.7
Effectiveness
7.1
Side Effects
5.3
Holistic Benefits
When I began to use cymbalta I noticed dizziness, rapid heartbeat, increased bloodpressure, however fibro pain seemed quite improved as well as energy. Difficult to sleep. I deal with long term chronic pain (1980) fibro diagnosis, arthritis, lymphedema & lipidema. I wanted to "believe". Became Zombie like. Memory loss severe as well as cognitive abilities. Several side effects however nothing compared to when I went off of it in Nov 2009 after 5 yrs. Pure Hell! It's been 3 mon... View full comment
Claritin
User Ratings:
6.5
Effectiveness
2.7
Side Effects
5.3
Holistic Benefits
I would rather take "Claritin D" rather than regular Claritin, but I stay away from decongestants because of a minor heart tachycardia. Taking Claritin regularly keeps the severity of my seasonal allergic reactions to a minimum, but it certainly does not stop all problems. It seems to be particularly ineffective at helping eye and nasal symptoms.
Mucinex DM
User Ratings:
4.3
Effectiveness
5.7
Side Effects
5.5
Holistic Benefits
It is now 1:40 am and I cannot get to sleep after taking Mucinex DM. I went to bed at 9:00pm. It is making me feel jittery and like another person who posted in November I can understand how they would feel anxious. I am also dehydrated. I will not be taking this medication again. I think I would get more sleep if I just coughed through the night.
Sandomigran
User Ratings:
6.6
Effectiveness
7.5
Side Effects
6.4
Holistic Benefits
Whilst I am happy taking Sandomigran as it does relieve my migraines, the side effects bothers me most and that is weight gain. I have gained over 10 kgs since taking it from March 2014
Bisoprolol Fumarate
User Ratings:
3.5
Effectiveness
7.9
Side Effects
4.2
Holistic Benefits
I added 5MG of this, then cut that in half, then cut THAT in half, to 10MG Lisinopril. My BP crashed (83/62), my resting heart rate was 50, and I felt as if I had to remind myself to breathe. I run 2.25 miles a day, this drug killed my sex drive totally (and I only took it for TWO WEEKS), I went back to 1/2 of a 25MG Toprol even though I hate that drug too, because my BP for some reason suddenly increased. THESE DRUGS are most likely worse than high BP, I don't trust any of them. They art... View full comment
Fanapt
User Ratings:
3.7
Effectiveness
6.8
Side Effects
5.6
Holistic Benefits
I am starting to think I am almost normal and with no serious side effects.
Sign Up  to receive regular survey results on chosen medications
Our Guarantee: Your personal information, including email address, will never be shared, solicited or used for any purpose other than to send the reports you have specifically requested.  We publish only statistical information and user comments.

Famous People By Condition

(see how they coped)

--Select One--

Most Frequently Rated Medications


For Your Health



Affiliates click here

Directory of Sponsored Services

Health begins with Knowledge. Visit our sponsors on your journey to a healthier, happier life.

Patient Resources

Legal / Regulatory Notices

Health Practitioners

Wellness Products

Clinical Trials / Research

Lifestyle

Medication Name: