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Insomnia is a physical condition in which the sufferer has difficulty getting to sleep and/or staying asleep. Insomnia is not a disease, but a symptom of a condition that is brought about by a variety of factors. Some of these factors include psychological issues, stress, changes within an individual’s environment or the person’s diet.

An additional factor that can lead to insomnia is through the use of prescription medications. One such medication that can cause insomnia is diuretics. The link between diuretics and insomnia can be established by understanding how a diuretic works, what the purpose of a diuretic is, and its effects upon the individual which can lead to insomnia.

So What Exactly Is A Diuretic?

Before understanding the connection between diuretics and insomnia, it is important to know what a diuretic is. A diuretic is any substance or medication that increases the urinary output of an individual.

A diuretic can be part of a prescription plan ordered by a physician or can also be part of an individual’s daily dietary intake. Sometimes an individual consumes an item and doesn’t realize the diuretic effect that it can have on their body. Two such items are coffee and alcohol.

The Purpose of a Diuretic

As part of a prescription program, the diuretic is prescribed to minimize the building up of excess fluids within the patient. One such medical condition that utilizes a diuretic, as part of a prescription program, is the treatment of congestive heart failure.

As part of the aging process, the heart begins to weaken. As the heart weakens, there is a corresponding buildup of fluid within the body. Through a diuretic the kidneys are stimulated to increase the output of urine which in turn decreases the fluid buildup within the body. This is one example of many that diuretics can be used to prevent or even treat medial issues.

The Connection Between diuretics and insomnia

In either case, whether an individual is on a diuretic prescription program or utilizes substances that can be classified as diuretics, the connection between diuretics and insomnia is essentially the same. Typically, the frequency of urination during common sleeping hours can disrupt an individual’s sleep, which may then lead to insomnia. Many people develop insomnia from working the night shift, because their circadian rhythm, the “internal clock” as it is more commonly known, has to constantly adjust, making it difficult for the body to rest.

In addition, a common side effect of diuretics is the experiencing of thirst. Thirst can be another contributor to sleeplessness which also indicates a direct link between diuretics and insomnia. By consulting a physician and taking the proper amount of diuretics, these problems can be minimized. Also, there are many methods, including soothing sounds to keep the body relaxed and peaceful throughout the night, countering the effects of the diuretics.

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