Tag: Prescription requirements

According to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, up to 30% of adults experience insomnia. A doctor determines who qualifies for Ambien, based on a careful assessment of a patient's sleep issues and overall health, to address specific types of short-term sleep disturbances.

As a Schedule IV controlled substance, diazepam (Valium) can only be obtained with a legitimate prescription following a thorough medical evaluation by a licensed healthcare professional. This stringent process is in place due to the medication's potential for dependence, misuse, and serious side effects. Your provider will determine if you meet the specific medical criteria and require short-term treatment to be prescribed diazepam.

In the United States, the medication with the active ingredient cyproheptadine, formerly branded as Periactin, is a prescription-only medication. While the brand name Periactin has been discontinued in the US market, the generic form still requires a doctor's script due to potential side effects and the need for medical supervision.