Insomnia medication indications and prescribing considerations
Insomnia medication indications and prescribing considerations
Pharmacotherapy should not be the sole therapy for insomnia. Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) is the recommended first-line treatment for chronic insomnia. This table is intended to complement individualized decision-making for medication selection; refer to UpToDate topics on insomnia treatment for more detailed discussion.