Really? Really.
This is the warning on my new meds (because when all else fails, just prescribe more medication--if nothing else, I'll be so loopy that my stomach woes won't bother me).
So, the lovely doctor (who I adore--waaay better than my last specialist) tells me to take it at bedtime.
Fine, I can do that.
First night, took it at 9:30ish. Was toast by 10:15.
And had a bear of a time waking up the next morning (we're talking sugar and caffeine to get me out of the house).
So, last night, I figured I'd take it a bit earlier, so that I could actually pull myself out of bed and to work on time.
I took my med at 8:30. Sounds reasonable, right? I'd go to bed early, thus being able to wake up and get to work without double stuft Oreos and Diet Coke. Ahhh, bliss.
Apparently, taking my meds before 9 o'clock is just an invitation for the sleep Gods to play tricks on me.
I fell asleep on the sofa at 9:00--while watching The Office (and y'all know how much I love The Office).
Ended up in bed--with jewelry and glasses on, by 9:15. The husband came in to check on me and had to wake me up so I could take off my jewelry (but was in my pajamas? weird).
And I'm still exhausted this morning. FAIL.
I mean, could there please be a scale on the prescription labels? Like a 1-10 thing? 1 being I don't know, you need some caffeine or a nap and 10 being hello you're asleep in 15 minutes (and apparently this crap doesn't wear off until you know 10:30 the next morning...ish). How on earth do people take this crap during the day? I'd become a narcoleptic!
I may just take up writing to prescription drug makers that they need to figure out a more deliberate warning than "drowsiness may occur".
After all, a princess needs her beauty sleep, but, would like to stay awake past 9:30.
Thanks.
Also, even in my drugged stupor, the always fabulous LegallyBlondeMel of I Pick Pretty has featured me on her blog today (imagine me jumping up and down like a child on Christmas Day--cause, really, I am)! Hop over there and let me know what you think (pretty please?).
PS. This brings a whole new level of drama to this evening. I've got to get up extra early to run with my group tomorrow, so, do I take my damn meds at 6 PM so that I'm ready to go at 5:00 AM? (thus falling asleep at the dinner table) This is all so weird.
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Is it a type of medication where you can change the dosage? I know that if something makes me sleepy I try to take a bit less of it- like if its a pill I can cut up I'll cut it in half or into 3/4 and a 1/4 and take the 3/4 dosage. Just an idea.
Ugh, that sounds horrible! Hopefully you don't have to be on it for long!
there are certain meds that will do that to you.... I hope that you find some kind of balance with it... I take lunesta and that seems to work for me with sleeping.... good luck baby doll.. xxxoo
I enjoyed meeting you on I Pick Pretty so I hopped over here.
Basically I think the fact that you are also a running fashionista sent me here! Gotta love a girl who runs.
Good luck on those meds. Should you decide to stop taking them you could always mail them to me...
Ever since I had my bambino I've had trouble sleeping so I have to 'dryl up from time to time. Knocks me on my arse. I can relate. How could you fall asleep while Krasinski is on the screen? Ah ha
Yikes!! Be careful!
Over from I Pick Pretty and loved your interview. Good for you for actually starting a book. I still have dreams of it and getting published someday. I'm a relocated Californian as well and a runner to boot (no longer long distance like you.) Great to have found your blog. Will be back to visit.
Also, I'm so sensitive to those types of meds too. See if you can take a half dose.
I'm not kidding when I say this. I read your post and now have a terrific urge to nap. I think you're oozing sleepiness into your posts because now I'm planning an afternoon in bed, since the baby and hubby are already sleeping in the living room. :)
Good lord - that cannot be a fun way to live! Although, you could probably grab some Early Bird Special deals at Luby's with the rest of the retirees! :) I'm totally kidding - I hope you figure out a way to deal - perhaps you could take 1/2 a pill at time?
i just found your blog via I pick pretty! I can't wait to read more! I just love your blog!
Loved your feature on i pick pretty!
Check my blog today :) xxxoo
Just saw your Friday feature at Pretty's! You totally deserved it, and I didn't know you were writing a book! WE should become writing buddies. It was so sweet of you to list me as a favorite...I almost blubbered.
I hope you feel better!!!
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