Originally Posted by
Shed
Obviously it's your choice, but I would be wary if it directly says not to take them. Given your age and some of the issues you've had with dosages of medication etc, it could be a little risky.
Perhaps speak to a pharmacist and see if they can recommend you anything else? If you're not doing so already, it might also be worth reviewing your sleep hygiene (avoiding caffeine beyond the afternoon, having a bath before bed, avoiding screens directly before bed etc). Getting into a settled routine is really the best idea.
Well, after saying that it seems I jinxed it. I'm not entirely sure if the nytol was the cause of it or excaberated it in any way - I did have some bad news right before bed - but I had a very bad night. When I got in to bed I suddenly felt completely hopeless and could not see the light in any way despite reminding myself there was hope. I felt completely alone, couldn't stop crying until I got out of bed, didn't feel the least bit sleepy and woke up 5 times during the night.
Despite the bad news I don't think that was my normal, natural reaction. I don't think I've ever felt so completely bleak and alone when I knew logically there was hope. I'm not taking nytol tomorrow that's for sure! I guess I'll try some natural ideas like the ones you posted. Thankyou!