Roflumilast (Daliresp) is a daily pill used to help prevent COPD flare-ups, and yes — difficulty sleeping is a known side effect. So you're definitely not imagining it!
Other side effects to be aware of include:
- Diarrhea
- Weight loss
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea
- Headache
- Back pain
- Dizziness Melatonin is a commonly Show Full Answer
Roflumilast (Daliresp) is a daily pill used to help prevent COPD flare-ups, and yes — difficulty sleeping is a known side effect. So you're definitely not imagining it!
Other side effects to be aware of include:
- Diarrhea
- Weight loss
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea
- Headache
- Back pain
- Dizziness Melatonin is a commonly suggested natural sleep aid, and your doctor's advice sounds reasonable as a starting point.
Some MyCOPDTeam members have also found these approaches helpful for sleep:
- Sticking to a consistent bedtime each night
- Taking naps during the day if nighttime sleep is difficult
- Listening to calming music to wind down
- Talking to a doctor about a sleep study if problems persist
It's worth keeping your doctor updated on how the melatonin is working. If sleep troubles continue, there may be other options worth exploring together.
July 10
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