Description

Temazepam

Temazepam is a medication of the benzodiazepine class which is now generally used to treat severe or debilitating insomnia. Such use should generally be for less than ten days. It is taken by mouth. Most people always ask if temazepam side effects are really bearable.

How to use Temazepam 

Take temazepam exactly as prescribed by your doctor also, Follow the directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides. Never use this medicine in larger amounts, or for longer than prescribed. Tell your doctor if you feel an increased urge to use more temazepam.

Never share temazepam with another person, especially someone with a history of drug abuse or addiction. MISUSE CAN CAUSE ADDICTION, OVERDOSE, OR DEATH. Keep the medication in a place where others cannot get to it. Selling or giving away this medicine is against the law.

Take this medicine only when you are getting ready for several hours of sleep. You may fall asleep very quickly after taking the medicine.

Call your doctor if your insomnia does not improve after taking temazepam for 7 to 10 nights, or if you have any mood or behavior changes. Insomnia can be a symptom of depression or it may be mental illness, or certain medical conditions.

Do not stop using this medicine suddenly or you could have unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Follow your doctor’s instructions about tapering your dose.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep track of your medicine. You should be aware if anyone is using it improperly or without a prescription.

Temazepam side effects

Temazepam may cause a severe allergic reaction. Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; nausea, vomiting; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Temazepam side effects also involve the ability to slow or stop your breathing, especially if you have recently used an opioid medication, alcohol, or other drugs that can slow your breathing. A person caring for you should seek emergency medical attention if you have weak or shallow breathing, if you are hard to wake up, or if you stop breathing.

Call your doctor at once if you have:

• confusion or agitation also, hallucinations;
• depressed mood; or
• thoughts of suicide or hurting yourself.

Some people using this medicine have engaged in activities such as driving, eating, making phone calls, or having sex and later have no memory of the activity. Tell your doctor if this happens to you.

The sedative effects of temazepam may last longer in older adults. Accidental falls are common in elderly patients who take benzodiazepines.

Common temazepam side effects may include:

• day-time drowsiness or “hangover” feeling;
• headache;
• dizziness, tiredness;
• nausea; or
• feeling nervous.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.