Understanding Mcclizine: Uses and Effects for Mental Health Treatment
Drug names and functions? Mcclizine is an antihistamine that is commonly used to treat symptoms of motion sickness, nausea, and vomiting. It can also have sedative effects, which is why it may be prescribed to help with anxiety or panic symptoms. The typical dosage of 2.5 mg take...
Dr. Lin Yanhong reply Psychiatry
Hello: Regarding your inquiry about "Mcclizine," I apologize, but I have checked several pharmacopoeias and the National Health Insurance Administration's drug website, and I could not find any medication by that name. Could you please confirm if there is a mistake...[Read More] Understanding Mcclizine: Uses and Effects for Mental Health Treatment
Understanding and Overcoming Sleep Disturbances During Naps
I often wake up suddenly from my nap, startled? Hello Dr. Hong: Since my student days and continuing into my working life, I have always taken naps in a sitting position or by resting my head on the desk. However, I often wake up suddenly, startled. Frequently, I have the sensati...
Dr. Lin Yanhong reply Psychiatry
Hello, some people experience sleep issues under certain conditions (such as sleeping positions, changing beds, being ill, or taking certain medications). Your situation seems to be significantly related to your sleeping posture. You might try using a small pillow or a reclining ...[Read More] Understanding and Overcoming Sleep Disturbances During Naps
Understanding Sleepwalking: Is Partial Awareness a Concern?
Sleepwalking? Thank you, doctor, for your response. My situation is that when I am in a drowsy state, I sometimes get up while half-awake and half-asleep, feeling like I have a slight awareness, and then I suddenly wake up, wondering why I got up. Does this count as sleepwalking?...
Dr. Lin Yanhong reply Psychiatry
Hello: Based on your situation, this is not typical somnambulism; it appears to be a sudden transition from the rapid eye movement (REM) stage of sleep, where dreaming occurs, to the first stage of light sleep. Experiencing this twice a week is not considered pathological. Howeve...[Read More] Understanding Sleepwalking: Is Partial Awareness a Concern?
Is Sleepwalking a Disorder? Understanding Causes and Treatment Options
Sleepwalking Is sleepwalking considered a disorder, and how should it be treated?
Dr. Lin Yanhong reply Psychiatry
Hello: Sleepwalking is actually not very common and is usually observed by an objective third party. The individual must be in a sleep state; therefore, if someone claims they sleepwalked yesterday, it requires further verification. Strictly speaking, sleepwalking is classified a...[Read More] Is Sleepwalking a Disorder? Understanding Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Insomnia: Causes, Effects, and Solutions for Better Sleep
Insomnia Insomnia... insomnia... can't sleep...
Dr. Lin Yanhong reply Psychiatry
Miss Pepe: Insomnia can indeed be distressing, and its causes are quite varied. Different age groups may experience different sleep issues. Since you are only 19, the most common causes are likely stress or emotional disturbances. Generally, if insomnia lasts no longer than three...[Read More] Understanding Insomnia: Causes, Effects, and Solutions for Better Sleep