A study released data that worries specialists: taking medications that help sleep (esp Hypnotics and sedatives) grew significantly in Argentina. In this sense, experts point out that this practice can be just as well dangerousBecause he lacks self-control.
According to Argentine Pharmaceutical Federation (COFA)Sales of the mentioned medicines rose 6.9% in the first five months of 2025 compared to 2024. In fact, in the same period, more 1 million and 500 thousand units.
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The report of Entity A also revealed Change in consumption patterns. While traditional sedatives (eg Clonazepam and alprazolam) show a slight decrease of 4%, and other compounds e.g Zolpidem and sertraline They are among the fastest growing. This difference indicates an adjustment in both prescriptions and patient orders.
This trend is a reflection of the underlying complexity. Argentina passes by “sleep crisis”. scan for UBA Social Psychology Observatory He is a jeweler: and 60% of the population say they have difficulty sleeping, This is a number that has not stopped rising since the pandemic. The reasons point directly to economic pressures, fear of insecurity and social challenges.
Psychologist Christian Garay, The co-author of the UBA study provided troubling information to information. He explained that besides those suffering from insomnia, “the group that has grown a lot He is one of those who sleep fewer hours“For Garay, this decrease in rest time is the most alarming phenomenon because of its direct impact on overall health.
The effects of this lack of comfort are already evident. Facundo NogueiraThe head of the sleep laboratory at Hospital de Clínicas warned that sleep disorders “reduce the quality of life.” “Increases the risk of disease.” This impact is not equal: it hits women, the elderly and low-income sectors particularly hard.
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The danger of easy prescriptions and alternatives to medicine
The problem lies not only with those who treat themselves, but also with how these medications are prescribed. Neuropsychiatric specialists and COFA itself agree that prolonged use without medical monitoring is advisable “Doubles the risk of developing addiction symptoms.”
Moreover, there is a problem “Inappropriate prescription”. Experts point out that it is common for anxiolytics to be prescribed to treat mild insomnia, while international evidence prioritizes the use of antidepressants in these cases, which contributes to the “misuse of certain classes of medications.”
In the face of this, specialists insist that drugs They are not the only way out. “The daytime has a huge impact on our sleep,” they say, highlighting the effectiveness of cognitive behavioral therapy, limiting screen use and creating a nighttime routine. Fortunately, Argentina is a country where access to psychotherapy “does not face significant social stigmas.”
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