What medication should I take for persistent insomnia and inability to sleep?

If insomnia or difficulty falling asleep occurs occasionally, it is usually not necessary to take medication. However, if this persists for a long time, it is necessary to consult a doctor promptly and use medication under the guidance of a doctor. I. Occasional Insomnia or Difficulty Falling Asleep

1. Oryzanol Tablets: A sedative and hypnotic drug, mainly composed of γ-linolenic acid and vitamin B1, which can regulate autonomic nerve function and improve insomnia caused by植物神经disorders;

2. Anshen Bunao Ye: A traditional Chinese medicine preparation with the effects of nourishing qi and blood, invigorating the spleen, and calming the nerves. It has a certain effect on insomnia caused by the imbalance of heart and kidney, and can alleviate the patient's difficulty in falling asleep.

II. Long-term Insomnia or Difficulty Falling Asleep

1. Estazolam Tablets: A benzodiazepine anti-anxiety drug with strong anti-anxiety and muscle relaxant effects. It can shorten sleep latency, extend total sleep time, and is suitable for secondary insomnia caused by various reasons;

2. Alprazolam Tablets: Also a benzodiazepine anti-anxiety drug, it can inhibit different parts of the central nervous system and has a good calming effect on anxiety or acute stress, which helps improve sleep quality;

3. Sertraline Hydrochloride Tablets: Mainly used to treat depression, it can also be used to treat anxiety disorders such as social phobia and generalized anxiety disorder. Its onset is relatively slow, usually starting to take effect around 7 days after taking the medication. Therefore, it is recommended to take the medication in sufficient quantity and duration as prescribed;

4. Lorazepam Tablets: A long-acting benzodiazepine drug, it can be used to treat insomnia symptoms caused by diseases such as anxiety, idiopathic tremor, and Alzheimer's disease. However, please note that this medication should not be taken for a long time to avoid developing a dependency.

In addition to the above common medications, other options include Youzuopiclone Tablets, Zhusha Anshen Pills, Zaoren Anshen Capsules, etc. If there are other underlying diseases, it is also necessary to actively treat the primary disease to promote recovery.