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Sleeping pills are currently among the most widely used medications in the world. The World Health Organization (WHO) warns that their regular use can cause serious side effects, especially in the long term
According to WHO data, people who take sleeping pills, especially benzodiazepines, have a significantly higher risk of premature death. Even taking 18 doses a year increases this risk by 3.5 times. The higher the dose, the greater the risk.
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In addition, sleeping pills have been shown to increase blood pressure. Therefore, the WHO recommends that those who take them regularly consult a doctor to have their blood pressure checked.
Sleep disorders: a symptom of hypertension
Sleep disorders: a symptom of hypertension
A study conducted in China shows that sleep disturbances are often an early symptom of hypertension. Insomnia is particularly frequently associated with hypertension.
Sleep and hypertension: the Cuban study
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The Cuban Institute of Basic Brain Research conducted a study with 206 hypertensive patients. The results showed that 81.07% of them suffered from sleep disorders, while only 18.9% reported normal sleep. The most common problems were insomnia and snoring, both with a prevalence of 57.7%.
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. Important notice: The information presented is based on current and verified data from organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and scientific publications. Hypertension is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease, stroke, and kidney failure, and causes approximately half of all cardiovascular deaths.
