the drug zanaflex---does it help with the not sleeping---i have taken it a couple times but all i get is a little drowsy and nervous---any suggestions

[Ditto53]

pleae lend any advise for w/d--this is day 3-4 for me---very sick

[IBKleen]

It is basically a muscle relaxer and could help you but it should ONLY be used under a doctor's care. If you are taking it for any period of time you will need to wean off of it. Stopping abruptly can cause a spike in your blood pressure.

A long hot bath is what helped me the most to relax the muscles and ease the rls.

[bama88]

Yes they will help relax you.  At least they did for me.  Melatonin works better and is all natural. I take ambein some nights. But Melatonin really worked the same and didn't give me a druggy feeling in the morning. And yes zanaflex helps with the creepy crawlly feeling

[Bkitty]

Hi Ditto and Welcome! Zanaflex may help with the creepy crawlies in your legs but I dont think it will put you to sleep. Scroll down to the bottom right corner and look up the Thomas Recipe,,,there are some supplements listed to help ease the w/d discomfort. Some members suggest taking OTC melatonin to help with sleep. Hope this helps some,,congrats on Day 4!~Bkitty