Side effects of prescription sleeping pills

Always ask your doctor about potential side effects before deciding which sleeping pills to consider taking. Depending on the type, prescription sleeping pills may include side effects such as:

• Dizziness or lightheadedness, which may lead to falls
• Headache
• Gastrointestinal problems, such as diarrhea and nausea
• Prolonged drowsiness, more so with drugs that help you stay asleep
• Severe allergic reaction
• Sleep-related behaviors, such as driving or eating when not fully awake
• Daytime memory and performance problems