a list of medications that are either approved by the FDA or are commonly used for the treatment of insomnia. Medications are most appropriate for short-term insomnia (i.e., several days or a few weeks) that has been triggered by an emotional or physical event. They should be used under the supervision of a clinician.
Magnesium also helps the body maintain levels of GABA (a.k.a., gamma-aminobutyric acid), a neurotransmitter that Dr. Winter notes is responsible for "turning off" wakefulness. Magnesium can also help the body's dopamine levels rise, which can improve your mood