A patient tells the practitioner, "I have trouble falling asleep at night and might lie awake until 3 or 4 AM before falling sleep.". Which medication would be best for this patient?
a. Zolpidem (Ambien)
b. Flurazepam (Dalmane)
c. Risperidone (Risperdal)
d. Methylphenidate (Ritalin)
A
Zolpidem is a short-acting hypnotic that will help the patient initiate sleep and awaken without untoward symptoms of drowsiness. Methylphenidate is a central nervous system stimulant. Flurazepam is a long-acting hypnotic that will produce hangover drowsiness during the next day. Risperidone is an antipsychotic and not likely to be useful in this scenario.
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