Important Notice: Long-term sleep medication use should always be monitored by a healthcare provider. Regular evaluation of benefits and risks is essential.
| Medication | Type | Effectiveness | Dependency Risk | Safety Profile | Side Effects | Tolerance | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ramelteon | Prescription | Moderate | Very Low | High | Minimal | Low | Chronic sleep onset issues |
| Low-dose Trazodone | Prescription | High | Low | Moderate | Moderate | Low | Chronic insomnia with depression |
| Suvorexant | Prescription | High | Low | Moderate | Moderate | Low | Chronic insomnia |
| Melatonin | Natural Hormone | Moderate | Very Low | High | Minimal | Very Low | Circadian rhythm disorders |