After extensive reading on the subject of sleep I've come to the conclusion that the least damaging sleeping pill you can try is Sonata. (Used by the astronauts.) Of course the use of sleeping pills should be the very last alternative used for sleep as all are harmful in the long run. Sonata is used only at night and only as needed. Might also experiment with small doses of Remeron, an antidepressant. I take it myself and know for sure it's very sedative. Supposed to be for depression but many of us take it in small doses for sleep. Much better off if you can make it without meds, but if not------------. I know what it is night after night with little or no sleep.