Here is an interesting take on Sleep Deprivation. Though we all know that lack of sleep does have a bearing towards healthier lives, it is our body and our brain that will eventually be the affected parties. And though we do find sleep deprivation as not serious for now, the amount or effects it would have will eventually be something that will set in.

Getting into the details may be a bit too scientific but overall, sleep deprivation is no laughing matter. If you are among the sleep-deprived, it would be best to seek medical advice. Among the minor signs of sleep deprivation include:

• Yawning
• Irritability
• Aching muscles
• Dizziness and nausea
• Temper tantrums in children

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Merck & Co. are developing a new drug that is said to help improve sleep and people suffering from insomnia. The drug is called the MK-4305 and belongs to a new class of sleep drugs which inhibit production of orexins in the brain, blocking stimulation of the brain’s arousal system.

Orexin is a neuropeptide that is believed to play a key role in regulation of the brain’s sleep/wake process.

The MK-4305 is made up of different dosages which are now being used in studies. 40 mg and 20 mg doses are being used on younger patients while elderly folks are using the 30 mg and 15 mg dosages.

There were no reports of serious adverse side effects. The most common side effects included upper respiratory tract infection, urinary tract infection, dizziness, drowsiness on waking, headache and vivid dreams.

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While everyone is raving about 3DTV, it seems that they are dangerous too. Samsung is heading the call, issuing a warning that 3DTV can be hazardous if they are too young, too old, pregnant, drunk or even sleep deprived. Normal, healthy people should take frequent breaks while gaming or watching TV or you will get headaches, dizziness, fatigued eyes and/or spontaneous combustion.

Will this hinder the 3DTV sales which most TV companies are busy figuring out these days? Well, if this is the case, you can bet that the consumer market will be halved in a manner of speaking.

(Source) Hardocp

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Two former day care workers from Ohio have been charged with three counts of child endangering and three counts each of misrepresentation by childcare provider for slipping an OTC supplement into candies to make kids sleep during nap time.

Parents complained that their kids looked groggy after being picked up from the day care and were notified of the malpractice when a co-worker notified police in December that Hartley and Scott gave the children melatonin in candy. Melatonin is a naturally occurring hormone that helps control sleeping and waking cycles. Possible side effects of the supplement form include dizziness, abdominal discomfort, headaches, confusion, sleepwalking and nightmares.

Pamela Hartley and Donna Scott got most serious charges that could be applied.

(Source) AP

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How does this oral spray work?

Zolpimist is an oral spray that contains zolpidem tartrate, the same active ingredient found in the widely used prescription sleep aid Ambien. The substance is absorbed through the oral mucosa directly into systemic circulation. According to NovaDel, the most commonly observed side effects in clinical trials were headache, sleepiness and dizziness.

So if you are tired of the usual sleeping aids and pills, this can be a good alternative that will be worth trying out. You can get more information at their website here.

(Source) eFlux Media

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Estazolam

The intake of various herbal medicine or unknown remedies to help cure sleep deprivation are no different from the usual health-related issues we have. But as far as medication is concerned, unknown meds should still come with the necessary prescription to avoid problems in the long run which may even cost you your life.

Such is the issue of the illegal herbal pill called estazolam which had claimed the life of Michael Berggen who died in a single vehicle roll-over two years ago. The only thing the Canadian authorities have gathered is that it is dangerous but as far as origin is concerned, they are just dumbfounded right now.

The veteran trucker and father of four was making his first run of the morning on Boxing Day, 2006, when he drove out of Hines Creek, 560 kilometres northwest of Edmonton, lost control of his tandem truck, hit a snowbank and rolled. He wasn’t wearing his seatbelt and died at the scene.

The medical examiner later discovered estazolam in his blood – a rare, powerful tranquilizer which can cause drowsiness and dizziness. It’s not clear what role the drug played in his death, if any, but Provincial Court Judge McIntosh presided over a fatality inquiry last week and is expected to report his findings in the coming months.

(Source) Canada.com

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