<description>&lt;p&gt;For this episode, Chris takes an eyes wide open look at insomnia, particularly as it affects older adults. We talk about causes, the first line importance of non-pharmacologic treatments, and of course, the primary medications used for sleep onset and sleep maintenance and their clinical and cost considerations. We also digress briefly into insomnia management in the corrections environment and explore natural and OTC remedies. All this plus the latest medication news and a brief history of hypnotics.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.diamondpharmacy.com/blog/podcastrx-june-2025"&gt;Link to the full show notes&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Sponsor Links:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;SapphireHealth- &lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.sapphire-health.com/"&gt;https://www.sapphire-health.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;OPTICS- &lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.diamondpharmacy.com/clincal-services"&gt;www.diamondpharmacy.com/clincal-services&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Music Heard in Today's Episode:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Retro Synth by Art Haiz&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Medical Logo (5 Versions) by SoulProdMusic&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Medical by PaulYudin&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Ambient Relax Background by PaulYudin&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Fun &amp;amp; Quirky Upbeat Retro by yourtunes&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

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Ep. 61 - Understanding Insomnia: Sleep, Safety, and Stewardship

JUN 4, 202547 MIN
PodcastRx

Ep. 61 - Understanding Insomnia: Sleep, Safety, and Stewardship

JUN 4, 202547 MIN

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<p>For this episode, Chris takes an eyes wide open look at insomnia, particularly as it affects older adults. We talk about causes, the first line importance of non-pharmacologic treatments, and of course, the primary medications used for sleep onset and sleep maintenance and their clinical and cost considerations. We also digress briefly into insomnia management in the corrections environment and explore natural and OTC remedies. All this plus the latest medication news and a brief history of hypnotics.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.diamondpharmacy.com/blog/podcastrx-june-2025">Link to the full show notes</a>.</p><p></p><p>Sponsor Links:</p><p>SapphireHealth- <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.sapphire-health.com/">https://www.sapphire-health.com/</a></p><p>OPTICS- <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.diamondpharmacy.com/clincal-services">www.diamondpharmacy.com/clincal-services</a></p><p></p><p>Music Heard in Today's Episode:</p><p>The Retro Synth by Art Haiz</p><p>Medical Logo (5 Versions) by SoulProdMusic</p><p>Medical by PaulYudin</p><p>Ambient Relax Background by PaulYudin</p><p>Fun &amp; Quirky Upbeat Retro by yourtunes</p><p></p>