Sleeping pills are currently one of the most widely used medications. Because of this, the World Health Organization (WHO) has warned the world’s population about the adverse effects these medications can have, especially when used continuously.
According to the WHO, people who take sleeping pills, especially benzodiazepines, have a higher risk of premature de:at:h. Taking up to 18 doses per year increases the risk of early death by 3.5 times. Increasing the dose also increases the risk.
The WHO also notes that the use of sleeping pills increases blood pressure. For this reason, it advises those taking this type of medication to have regular checkups with their doctor to monitor their blood pressure levels.
