Fibromyalgia Support Group

You're not alone in your pain. Fibromyalgia is a condition that can be difficult to diagnose and manage. If you're trying to cope with pain throughout your body, sleep problems, general fatigue, or other common fibromyalgia symptoms, you're in the right place. The community is here for you to talk about therapies and share your challenges.

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5 hours sleep!!!!!!!!

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I know most of us with FM have trouble sleeping. I am taking Klonapin. I do sleep for about five hours, but it is not restful sleep. When I wake in the morning I feel as though I've been hit by a truck. I know we all react differently to drugs, but I would be most appreciative if anyone could tell me what they take to get a restful nights sleep. I feel this is really important to be able to cope with this monster. Many thanks
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i use AMBIEN it helps me sleep i usually get 8 hrs inless i'm havin' a flare or bad hotspots....... hope u find somethin' that works for u.
Fantod
Fantod
Fibromyalgia interrupts the deep sleep cycle with short bursts of high intensity brain activity. That is why all of us have a hard time getting any decent sleep. Your muscles require deep sleep in order to repair themselves from the days activities. No deep sleep means higher levels of pain.

I have used Amitriptyline in the past. I have also used Melatonin which is a homeopathic supplement. Right now, I am using Calms Forte and a product called Mid Nite which are also homeopathic. I seem to do well with the latter so I am sticking with it for the time being. You can find these items at the Vitamin Shoppe. Nothing is a perfect science when it comes to FMS.

Good luck to you and enjoy your weekend.
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