I can’t take Melatonin. It gives me the WORST nightmares! Ugh!
I have found that Diphenhydramine, 50mg works great for me. It’s the same stuff they put in Ny-Quil and the like to make you sleepy...without the decongestant and other ‘stuff.’
No side effects; I’ve been taking it for years, as needed.
It’s available at Walmart and Walgreen’s or on-line.
I use about a quarter of that many nights. It does work. No side effects as you’ve said.
Getting a good night’s sleep is one of my highest priorities. I strive for at least 8/10 every night. I get that around 6 nights a week. There’s usually one night when it’s only a 6 or 7.