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natural or mild sleep aids?

Little Bluestem

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I have 2 OTC Sleep combinations that contain passion flower and at least one sleep herbal tea that contains it.

Many of us take low to moderate doses of several Rx and/or OTC sleep aids. We also rotate things to avoid dependance, so I take only one of my OTC combos at a time.
 

Little Bluestem

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With pharmaceuticals, it is a good idea to rotate to avoid dependance. With herbal, some people say they become less effective if used continuously.

Yes lemon balm is a common sleep herb. Catnip is calming in humans. I have had catnip tea.