7 Side effects of sleep medication you should know to prevent serious health risks
Wednesday, 20 August 2025 () Long-term use of sleep medications poses significant health risks, including increased disability, dementia, mortality, and cancer. These medications can also cause next-day impairment, falls, and pancreatitis. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBTI) and healthy sleep routines offer safer, effective alternatives for achieving restorative sleep without the dangers associated with medication dependence.