Nyquil really works wonders. I just couldn't shake the sad/angry feeling, and wasn't sure if I'd be able to sleep peacefully. I haven't had Nyquil in a long time, so I took a dose of it to calm me (it also helps that it cleared up some of my allergy symptoms a little too).
I'm feeling worlds better. It's not only sedating, but for some really weird reason it gives a slightly euphoric feeling. And while technically anything can be addictive, it doesn't have any especially addictive ingredients in it, so no fear of that, haha. It does have acetaminophen though, so have to be careful because of your liver.
Ahhh, some peace. I really need to get on some kind of tranquilizer. I think most of my problems - from SA to BDD - stem from just being constantly on edge, anxious, nerves tight. I don't know WHY. It's absolutely awful. But it feel so nice to have a break from it once in a while...
Edit: The main ingredient in Nyquil is the antihistamine doxylamine succinate, and this is what Wikipedia has to say about it: "Doxylamine is a member of the ethanolamine class of antihistamines and has anti-allergy power superior to almost every other antihistamine on the market, with the exception of diphenhydramine (Benadryl). It is also the most effective over-the-counter sedative available in the United States [2] and is more sedating than some prescription hypnotics. One study found that doxylamine succinate was more effective than the barbiturate phenobarbital for use as a sedative."
Nyquil is intended for colds, but it does work for allergies too! That explains that for me hehe. Also the most effective over-the-counter sedative in the US, even more sedating than some prescription hypnotics. WOW. That explains the extreme calm and euphoria I'm feeling. Man, I wish I could just take Nyquil every day to soothe my anxiety. Too bad.
I know probably no one is going to read all that, but I couldn't stop myself from posting it. Really interesting.