The Best Websites About Prescription Sleep Drugs

You want honest, unbiased facts about prescription sleep medication, but much of what you'll find online is incorrect, out-of-date, or at the very least, influenced by the pharmaceutical industry. That’s why we’ve interviewed experts and combed the web to create this list of sites for anyone who’s concerned (or just curious) about sleeping pills. Check out these links below, including interactive videos, in-depth explanations, and up-to-the-minute news—and bookmark this page now so you can refer back later.

Site	Who It's For	Why We Like It
Drug Digest	Those who are taking or considering prescription drugs	It's a comprehensive and unbiased source that compares barbiturates, benzodiazepines, and newer sleep medications in terms of effectiveness, addictiveness, side effects, and more.
Consumer Reports	People who wonder about prescription drug advertising	In their Health Blog AdWatch feature, this consumer activist organization dissects a Rozerem commercial, providing accurate counterpoints to the claims that help sell prescription drugs.
Mayo Clinic	Anyone who's confused about different sleeping pills	It uses an easy-to-understand comparison chart that covers important points to consider when choosing one medication over another.
Made How	History and trivia buffs	Starting with the history of sleep aids, this site explains the process of making sleeping pills, how their quality is ensured, and what we can look for in the future.
U.S. Food and Drug Administration	Concerned sleep patients	The FDA's consumer site includes a 2007 report on nighttime behaviors and other side effects of sleep drugs, plus tips for better sleep.