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Sleep Aid Doxylamine Linked to 54% Dementia Risk

6/24/2025

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Sleep troubles can strike anyone, often triggered by travel or unforeseen circumstances. While doxylamine offers temporary relief, its long-term use poses serious risks, including a staggering 54% increase in dementia risk, as highlighted by a 2015 JAMA Internal Medicine study. Prioritizing natural sleep solutions may be the safer path.

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Sleep troubles can strike anyone, often triggered by travel or unforeseen circumstances. While doxylamine offers temporary relief, its long-term use poses serious risks, including a staggering 54% increase in dementia risk, as highlighted by a 2015 JAMA Internal Medicine study. Prioritizing natural sleep solutions may be the safer path.