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| Question: | Are sleeping pills harmful? |
| Answer: | Most sleeping pills are very safe, provided they are taken in the recommended manner, but if used constantly for many weeks or months, patients may find it very difficult to stop them as they become dependent upon them. The greatest problem with the use of sleeping pills is that they are taken unnecessarily, particularly by elderly people who do not need large amounts of sleep. These pills are better taken intermittently when really needed, and they will work far more effectively. |
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