That's a really common dilemma for people with fibromyalgia — and honestly, neither option sounds like a great time! The good news is there's a spectrum of options between "pill every night" and "staring at the ceiling until 4am."
Chronic poor sleep can actually make fibromyalgia pain worse, so getting rest matters. But Show Full Answer
That's a really common dilemma for people with fibromyalgia — and honestly, neither option sounds like a great time! The good news is there's a spectrum of options between "pill every night" and "staring at the ceiling until 4am."
Chronic poor sleep can actually make fibromyalgia pain worse, so getting rest matters. But taking prescription sleep aids every night long-term isn't usually recommended due to potential side effects and dependency risks. Here are some options worth discussing with a doctor:
- CBT for Insomnia (CBT-I) — A talk therapy approach proven to help fibromyalgia patients sleep better by breaking cycles of anxiety and poor sleep habits
- Antidepressants — Certain types can help with both pain and sleep at the same time
- Supplements — Melatonin or magnesium may help and are lower-risk, though always check with a healthcare provider first
- Short-term prescription sleep aids — Can help in severe cases but are typically used briefly
A MyFibroTeam member shared that taking a muscle relaxer at night combined with melatonin works well for them.
Talking to a doctor about a sleep study is also worth considering if sleep problems are severe and ongoing.
September 9
MyFibroTeam, thanks for the information. It is very hard to take but I do understand what you are saying 🙏.
September 10
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