Sleeping pills are currently among the most widely used medications in the world. The World Health Organization (WHO) warns that their regular use can lead to serious side effects, especially with prolonged use.
According to WHO data, people who take sleeping pills, particularly benzodiazepines, have a significantly higher risk of premature death. Even taking 18 doses per year increases this risk by 3.5 times. The higher the dose, the greater the risk.
Furthermore, sleeping pills have been shown to increase blood pressure. Therefore, the WHO recommends that people who take them regularly consult a doctor to have their blood pressure checked.
Sleep Disorders – A Sign of Hypertension
A study conducted in China shows that sleep disturbances are often an early sign of high blood pressure. Insomnia is particularly often associated with high blood pressure.
