Hi everyone, I have had T since 2008 and have coped well till hubby passed away 5 months ago then it exploded.I guess stress is the reason.
My question is my lovely gp prescribed 10mg phenergen pill to help me fall asleep and it does work.
I have been taking them nightly for 3 months gp says not addictive but I'm feeling a bit lightheaded and headachy.
Has anyone here with T and sleep problems due to stress evet taken these tablets.?
Hi Ethel,
I'm sorry to hear about your husband and yes, that can cause a great deal of stress which ups the anti for the T.
I started taking Phenergen early in my T journey. I have been taking it on and off for over six months now - probably 3 times a week on average.
I take half a 25mg tablet about an hour before I go to bed and drop off very easily and have a good 7/8 hours restful sleep. I feel a little dopey for the first hour of the morning after but then it clears and I'm all good for the day.
I do think it has a sedating effect that is very subtle and that's why I take it. It just takes the edge off things.
My T journey is still quite new and I'm happy to have the Phenergen as an ally for when I'm feeling low. To begin with I was taking it every night without fail but I am taking it less and less these days which is how it should be I guess.
Good luck with everything and take care,
Jim
If stress has given you increased tinnitus then you might benefit from Ginkgo. Click on my username for posts on how I did it. You don't take it daily. It needs to clear your system before the next dose is recognised.
Hi Ray . I have a question , how did you decide what strength Gingko to go for ?
Hello Kelly. I bought the lowest strength tablets at the time - 30mg. Now discontinued, the new lowest is 60mg. I wasn't happy with that and I now crush tablets up with a nut cracker and measure the stuff out that way. A 30mg dose of Ginkgo actually weighs 62mg with the binding agent included.
Thank you . I wondered if you had read an article about it. I cant remember what dose I took originally .
You won't associate the word fortunate with T but I have to say I was in as much as it came to me in retirement with plenty of time on my hands. I scanned the internet and Ginkgo came up (as did HealthUnlocked!). However, nothing about doses and what I did read about Ginkgo gave me little hope. So, I thought I'd try bottom dose and take more if needed. As it turns out, the lower the better. I remain convinced it has to leave your system before the next dose can be recognised. I'm also convinced that you need to absorb it in the mouth not lower down. As with chewing the leaf.
I’m really sorry to hear about the loss of your husband and how it has impacted your tinnitus. It’s completely understandable that stress can amplify those symptoms, and I commend you for seeking ways to cope.
While you’re finding some relief with the Phenergan, it’s important to listen to your body, especially if you’re feeling lightheaded or headachy. Everyone reacts differently to medications, and if you have concerns, it might be worth discussing them further with your GP.
In addition to what you’re currently trying, I’d like to mention that tinnitus music therapy can also be beneficial for promoting relaxation and improving sleep quality. Many find that listening to soothing music specifically designed for tinnitus can help mask the sound and create a calming atmosphere at night.
I’ve created a video focused on tinnitus music therapy that you might find helpful. If you’re interested, I’d love for you to check it out. Take care of yourself, and I hope you find some peace and comfort during this challenging time.
Hello Ethel, I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband and not surprised it has set your tinnitus into overdrive. I am amazed to hear that Phenergen has been prescribed as I thought it had been taken off the market! I was given it years ago but stopped taking it as it made me feel like a zombie! I was tired and headachey all the time. Is it possible for you to half the dose and just take it a few hours before bedtime? That may help. Wishing you all the best x
Phenergan gave me tinnitus together with sertraline. It made my T a lot worse - I think it was the main culprit. Just google phenegan or promethazine and tinnitus.
I wish I’d never taken it - the thing is no one will take responsibility for it. The manufacturer or the NHS. I’d try herbal options like valerian for sleep if you’re not a chronic insomniac.
Sadly many drugs can result in Tinnitus. Or as in my case , make it worse. Atorvastatin made my tinnitus( which I had habituated to ) so much louder. The leaflet said it may cause T apparently 1 in 100 is rare. But it never said could make it worse. I only found that out by a lot of research. I too wish I'd never taken it.
I don't know if this is any help but I was prescribed zopiclone, which have helped me get through most nights
Hello and I just want to say that I am very sorry for your loss. T is that unseen and unheard (apart from the patient) awful condition which loves times like these.
I’ve not had that medication but just wanted to reach out to say there is a great community here and try to be as kind to yourself as possible.
Very best
Graham
Hi Ethel103
I am sorry for your loss.
Ultimate goal is to get back to sleeping well without the need for medication would be my advice.
I don't agree with statements blaming these medications for Tinnitus. At the right stage of our journeys they can and do help.
Speak to your GP about a plan to return to natural sleep and review your dosage etc.
Oh and please stop searching the internet for answers in the main you will only find unhelpful, untruthful information.
Thank-you all for you comments very much appreciated.
Morning. I too am sorry to hear about your husband. My GP also prescribed phenergan to aid sleep. I find them a godsend. I've had tinnitus since 2017 and certainly didn't take phenergan before then, so i can't imagine that they caused my tinnitus. I take a 25g tablet at about 8pm ( but only if I've had a bad night previously). I try to sleep without them if possible. I'm sure you know that poor sleep makes tinnitus worse so it's important to break the cycle. I've spoken to a few doctors about them and they seem happy for me to take them. If you're lightheaded, maybe you're taking them too late in the evening? I'm the same if I take one any later than 8pm. Take care now.
Thank-you perhaps I will take my pill about 9 ish then.I am trying to wean off but gave in last night as my sleep for the past week has bèn awful.Last night I took a while to get off but much better quality sleep till 7 this morning.
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