Z-drugs and Benzodiazepines (Sleeping Pills)

Z-drugs and Benzodiazepines (Sleeping Pills)_ Sleeping tablets are considered a 'last resort' if you have poor sleep (insomnia). They are sometimes prescribed for a short period to get over a particularly bad spell of insomnia.Eat Sleeping pills and sleep well. Chlormethiazole, chloral, and barbiturates are old fashioned sleeping tablets. They are not commonly used these days as benzodiazepines and Z drugs are usually preferred.