Research
Mixed
Frequent use of hypnotics and/or tranquilizers (≥60 days/year) is associated with a significantly increased risk of mortality, independent of sleep duration.
If you rely on sleeping pills frequently (more than 60 days a year), be aware that this is linked to a higher risk of death. Discuss alternatives with your doctor, as frequent use may pose long-term health risks.
GoodSupportsHIGH confidence
Frequent use of hypnotics and/or tranquilizers significantly increased risk of mortality by 31% in men and by 39% in women.
Why this rating
Large cohort, long follow-up, adjusted for covariates.
Source
Sleep and Mortality: A Population-Based 22-Year Follow-Up Study
Christer Hublin et al. · SLEEP · 2007
DOI 10.1093/sleep/30.10.1245
cohort · n=21268Cited 445×
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