Sleep Treatment
Delivered to your door
Our sleep treatments include prescription medications that promote restful sleep. Effectively treating sleep problems can improve quality of life and overall wellbeing.
Get fast and convenient access to sleep treatments, delivered to your door.
We use an innovative digital healthcare platform that enables convenient access to medical treatments and medical professionals from the comfort of your home.
Manage sleep problems today and take the first step toward a healthier you.
Why is effective treatment for sleep so important?
Poor sleep quality can have serious health effects, impacting a person’s overall quality of life. Evidence suggests that persistent sleep problems can increase the risk of developing and aggravating certain chronic health conditions, including type-2 diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, stroke, and mental health conditions.
When trouble falling asleep or restless sleep keeps a person awake at night, sleep treatments can help to promote sleep, reduce anxiety, and decrease daytime fatigue. In combination with behavioural techniques and healthy sleep hygiene, achieving better sleep is possible.
Melatonin for sleep problems
Studies show that melatonin is one of the most effective treatments for sleep problems related to secondary causes such as jet lag and shift work, where the body’s sleep-wake cycle becomes compromised. In these cases, melatonin has been shown to improve sleep latency, sleep quality, and morning alertness after three weeks of treatment in adults with primary insomnia.
Melatonin mimics the body’s natural circadian rhythm and sleep-wake cycle, significantly reducing sleep latency and increasing total sleep time. The best part is that melatonin is a natural substance that doesn’t cause withdrawal or symptoms of dependence.
In Australia, a doctor’s prescription is required to access melatonin. Melatonin sleep products found in pharmacies are a homoeopathic form that has been significantly weakened to the stage where the active ingredient is practically ineffective.
Other medications for sleep problems
Adequate sleep quality and duration are essential in supporting good physical and mental health, helping to regulate appetite, metabolism and mood, as well as immune, hormonal and cardiovascular functioning.
A class of medications called Orexin Receptor Antagonist can treat sleep problems and insomnia by blocking wakefulness, helping people to fall asleep and stay asleep.
Antihistamines – the common hayfever and allergy medication – have sedating properties that also serve as an effective sleep aid for people struggling with insomnia or sleep problems.
What about benzos?
There’s no denying that benzodiazepines, or “benzos”, are an effective treatment option to fix sleep issues and insomnia.
The major downside to benzos is that they are potentially habit-forming.
For this reason, the hub.health medical team does not prescribe benzos for the treatment of sleep problems.
With hub.health, all treatments are reviewed and prescribed as recommended by Therapeutic Guidelines Australia (TGA).
Tips to improve sleep
In combination with prescription medication, the following sleep hygiene strategies can help to promote healthy sleep:
- Establishing a regular bedtime routine with the same bedtime and waketime
- Creating a comfortable bedroom environment with a suitable mattress and pillow for comfort and support
- Avoiding exercise close to bedtime
- Avoiding daytime napping
- Limiting consumption of caffeine, alcohol, and nicotine
- Minimising screen time close to bedtime
- Avoiding heavy meals within 3 hours of bedtime
How does sleep treatment work with hub.health?
The hub.health medical team specialises in sleep problems. They will work with you to develop the most effective treatment plan for sleep problems and insomnia. Rather than the standard doses found in over-the-counter medications, our medical team prescribes tailored dosages and frequency of use plans, available in:
- Melatonin prolonged-release (PR) tablets
- Prescription-strength neurotransmitters
- Antihistamines
With hub.health, all follow-up consults are securely hosted online in the comfort of your home.
It’s time to look after your health
Are you struggling to fall asleep? Or is restless sleep keeping you awake all night? Start a conversation with the hub.health medical team, who are dedicated to helping people manage their sleep issues.
Sleep FAQs
Am I guaranteed a prescription and sleep treatment?
hub.health doctors provide the highest standard of healthcare, assessing each patient on an individual basis. If our medical team determines a potential risk related to a specific sleep treatment, it will not be issued. Your doctor may provide recommendations for next steps, including in-person GP visits for further assessment.
Can I be prescribed stronger sleep treatments?
hub.health doctors cannot prescribe sleep treatments such as Benzodiazepines (benzos) as they are potentially habit-forming drugs. If you think you may need these, please speak to your local GP.
Can I speak with my assigned clinician at any time?
Of course! Our online platform enables ongoing support whenever you need it. To chat with your medical team, log into your profile, head to the ‘Products’ tab and select ‘Manage Treatment’. This is where you can message your clinician.
Our team is also available at [email protected] Drop us a line, anytime.
Discover more about the common causes for sleep disorders.
Learn about lifestyle factors and what you can do to get a good night’s sleep.
Symptoms
Learn more about the symptoms associated with sleep disorders.
Discover how the symptoms of inadequate sleep can affect your daily life.
Treatment
Find medication for the treatment of sleep issues and insomnia.
Access convenient healthcare services, with sleep treatments delivered to your door.
Results
Experience successful results with sleep treatments.
Say goodnight to your sleep problems with effective treatments from hub.health.
Sleep treatment prescribed by an Australian based medical team.
From our blog:
Hormonal Acne: Causes and Treatments
Over time, hormonal fluctuations can cause a range of changes in the body, including acne. Hormonal acne is a common condition that can be frustrating and difficult to manage. However, there are several strategies that can help to treat and prevent hormonal acne,...
A Practical Guide on How to Quit Vaping
Are you struggling to quit vaping and break free from its addictive grip? It's no secret that vaping has become increasingly popular with its appeal and ease of use over the years. However, it's essential to understand the harmful health risks associated with vaping...
What’s The Best Treatment for Acne Scars?
Acne is a common skin condition that affects millions of people worldwide. And although acne may eventually clear, it often leaves scars that are difficult to erase. If you struggle with acne scars, you may wonder about the best treatment options. So, consider this...