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Both subjective and objective measures of changes in sleep and adverse effects\n were included. <jats:bold>Data Synthesis<\/jats:bold> Diphenhydramine had a statistically significant increase in sedation and decrease in number of awakenings but was not shown to be any less or more safe than compared products. Despite lacking safety issues, valerian was found to have no effect\n on subjective or objective sleep outcomes. Overall, melatonin had the most evidence and was found to have a statistically significant positive impact on sleep measures without safety issues. <jats:bold>Conclusion<\/jats:bold> Diphenhydramine and melatonin appear to be efficacious in improving some\n sleep measures while causing minimal adverse effects. However, there are very few studies that examine the use of over-the-counter sleep aids in those 65 years of age and older with primary insomnia. 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