Home care for sleep apnea includes:
- Stop smoking.
- Avoid exposure to secondary smoke.
- Avoid alcohol.
- Avoid narcotic pain medication.
- Avoid large meals in the evening.
- Do not sleep on your back.
- Do not remove dentures at night.
- Weight loss if you are overweight
- Follow an exercise plan developed with your doctor.
- Take prescription medications as directed by your doctor.
- If you use a CPAP breathing machine:
- Use the machine as directed by your doctor.
