Can Sleeping Pills Have a Reverse Effect? Understanding Paradoxical Reactions and Other Adverse Outcomes
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While most people expect sleeping pills to induce drowsiness and sedation, a rare but well-documented phenomenon known as a paradoxical reaction can cause the opposite effect, leaving individuals more agitated and awake. These reverse effects highlight the complex way medications interact with an individual’s unique neurochemistry and underscore the importance of proper medical supervision when taking sleep aids.
