Insomnia & Sleep

Sick of lying awake staring at the ceiling and counting down the minutes until you have to get up in the morning? Insomnia is no joke and making sure you get enough sleep is vital for a happy and healthy life. With that in mind, the guides on this page are all about sleep, why you could be struggling to drop off at night, and what you can do about it.

Insomnia & Sleep Advice & Guides

Does obesity cause sleep apnoea and can Mounjaro help?

A very common medical condition globally, sleep apnoea is a disorder that stops you from breathing in your sleep. Although there are a few sleep apnoea causes, you are at higher risk if you are obese due to the excess fat deposits in your neck known as pharyngeal fat. Losing weight via lifestyle choices such as dieting and exercise may...

What are the best tablets for short term sleep problems?

If you’ve ever lay in bed, staring at the ceiling, wondering why you can’t just fall asleep, and stressing over how many hours of potential sleep you have left until your alarm clock goes off, then you’ve probably considered taking sleeping tablets.

This is why we’re going to take a look at the different kinds of sleeping pills, which one could be the best for you, and why getting to sleep is not just as simple as taking a pill before bedtime.

Is your IBS worse at night? Here's 12 ways to handle your nighttime flare-ups

Is your IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) worse at night? IBS and vomiting at night might be the culprit of poor sleep. Or, maybe it’s down to gas and bloating. Falling asleep and staying asleep can sometimes be an issue if you suffer from IBS. If your IBS becomes a problem at night and is disturbing your sleep, don't panic. There are plenty of...

7 ways you can use promethazine (Phenergan)

Did you know that promethazine can be used for different things? Promethazine hydrochloride isn’t a one-trick pony – it has multiple uses, so it’s always a good idea to keep it stocked in your medical cupboard for whenever you might need it. Not only can promethazine treat allergies, but it can also tackle short-term insomnia, motion sickness, cold symptoms and...

Everything you need to know about drowsy and non-drowsy antihistamines

When you are suffering from an allergic reaction or hay fever you will be looking for a fast, effective treatment that will stop the symptoms as soon as possible. There are a lot of treatments available, in particular, antihistamines, which stop the body producing the symptoms associated with an allergic reaction. However, when it comes to choosing the right treatment for you there are a number of different things that you need to consider.

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