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Doctor advised me to use Feliz s plus for 2 years for my sleeping issue, but I have stopped it in a month due to fear but if I use I will get sleep otherwise I won't get sleep , any help pls
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Consult psychotherapist
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As you can see, all opinions here are going towards going back to the doctor and present all your concerns there.
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consulting back to the doctor.
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It's understandable to feel anxious about using medication like Feliz S Plus, especially if you're worried about dependence or side effects. However, it's important to follow your doctorâs advice and complete the prescribed course, as medications like this are often used for a specific period to help establish better sleep patterns. Stopping it suddenly can sometimes lead to withdrawal effects or worsening sleep issues. If youâre feeling hesitant or anxious about continuing the medication, discuss your concerns openly with your doctor. They can reassure you, suggest alternative treatments, or recommend gradual tapering if needed. Additionally, incorporating good sleep hygiene practices, such as maintaining a regular sleep schedule, avoiding caffeine and screens before bed, and practicing relaxation techniques, can also help improve your sleep naturally. Always consult your healthcare professional before making changes to your treatment plan to ensure your safety and well-being.
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It seems that you might be having anxiety, depression or other psychological issues which are leading to insomnia.
It seems to be psychosomatic change. It needs to be addressed asap otherwise it may get complicated.
It can be well treated with counseling sessions and homeopathic medicine effectively and without any side effects.
It can be well treated in a holistic approach for complete recovery.
You need an expert Psychologist who is a good homeopathic physician.
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I have been working as a Homeopathic Psychiatrist and Counseling psychologist for the last 17 years of experience. You can contact me through an online appointment for further assistance.
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Your difficulty sleeping appears to be linked to sleep-related anxiety and fear of dependence, not just the medication itself.
The belief “I can’t sleep without medicine” creates a conditioned fear, which further disrupts sleep.
Stopping sleep medication suddenly, without medical guidance, can worsen insomnia.
The most effective long-term treatment is CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia), which retrains natural sleep without reliance on medication.
Medication can be a short-term support, but your brain can relearn how to sleep naturally.
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Consult your doctor for a safe tapering plan and work with a psychologist trained in CBT-I.
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This condition is reversible, and healthy sleep can be restored.
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Hi, have you consulted your doctor before stopping the medicine? If not please consult because it is not recommended to stop any medication without proper guideline.
Follow the medication guidelines and start taking Counselling sessions, I hope if you get a safe place to talk about, you will feel better.
Sometimes our worries, anxiety restricts us from relaxation and sleep.
Try Counselling, it can do wonders.
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I understand how stressful this feels. Sleep issues plus fear of medication can make anyone feel stuck and anxious.
Your body has started depending on the medicine for sleep. When you stop it suddenly, your brain struggles to fall asleep on its own, causing fear and restlessness.
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Speak to your doctor about slowly reducing the medicine but don't judge stopping suddenly.
please consult for counselling sessions related to anxiety and stress.
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Don’t stop sleep medicines suddenly without guidance.
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Sleep dependence concern with medication related anxiety is noted, with features of conditioned insomnia and anticipatory fear rather than primary sleep failure.
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Consultation with me is advised for psychological sleep assessment, anxiety management, and coordination with the treating physician if medication review is required.
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Avoid monitoring sleep outcomes, maintain fixed sleep wake timing, reduce reassurance seeking about medicines, and use relaxation based wind down routines until therapy begins.
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Thank you for raising this concern. What you are experiencing is quite common among people dealing with sleep difficulties, especially when medication is involved. Sleep problems are often maintained by a combination of biological factors, anxiety and learned sleep habits. Medication can be helpful in the short term but when worry about dependence takes over, the mind begins to associate sleep only with the medicine.
Regarding next steps, I would suggest the following:
1. Do not stop or restart medication without medical guidance - If you have concerns about long-term use, discuss them openly with the prescribing doctor. There may be options such as gradual tapering or alternative treatments.
2. Consider professional psychological support - I would strongly recommend scheduling a session with me. In a structured consultation, we can assess your sleep pattern, understand the role of anxiety, and create a clear, safe plan. Sleep difficulties are highly treatable and with the right guidance many people recover well. You’ve taken an important first step by speaking up.
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Consult for therapy session
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Do not manage medication on your own
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It is common to develop fear around sleep after using medication, especially the worry that sleep will not come without it. This fear itself can disturb sleep.
Feliz S Plus is meant to support sleep, not replace your natural sleep ability. Stopping or restarting it suddenly without medical guidance can increase anxiety and worsen sleep temporarily.
What you are experiencing appears to be sleep related anxiety rather than permanent dependence.
With proper guidance, most people are able to regain healthy sleep patterns.
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• Discuss your fear and concerns with the prescribing doctor before making any changes to the medication.
• Work on reducing bedtime anxiety through relaxation exercises and a consistent sleep routine.
• Avoid checking the clock or forcing sleep, as this increases pressure.
• Psychological approaches like CBT for insomnia are very effective in improving sleep without long term medication use.
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Mr. Gunjan Maithil
Psychologist
13 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hi...This is a prescription medicine typically used for anxiety disorders. In layman terms people often start calling anti-anxiety medicines as sleeping pills which is incorrect. If you have been diagnosed for a mental health condition/disorder it is essential that you keep taking your medications as prescribed by your doctor. Any change in the type and dosage of any such medications are to done under strict medical supervision. Some times doctors prescribe such medicines for a short-term use to help a person suffering from severe anxiety and sleep deprivation to provide him/her immediate relief. In either case, it is always a combination of medications and psychotherapy that brings optimal results. You need to first figure out the exact cause of it and accordingly the role of medications and psychotherapy will take place.
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Consult a Psychiatrist.
For any change in medications.
Consult a Psychologist.
CBT along with Interpersonal Guidance and Counselling is required.
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Ms. Smriti
Counselling Psychologist
18 yrs exp
Bangalore
This looks like conditioned insomnia—sleep fear rather than true sleep loss.
Feliz-S Plus can help short term, but fear of dependence is increasing anxiety.
Do not stop suddenly; taper only with your doctor’s guidance
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