Temazepam (marketed under brand names Restoril®, Normison®) is a powerful hypnotic drug , which is a benzodiazepine derivative. It possesses powerful anxiolytic, anticonvulsant, amnestic, sedative and skeletal muscle relaxant properties
Side effects
Common side effects include:
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Somnolence
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Impaired motor function
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Impaired coordination
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Impaired balance
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Dizziness
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Euphoria
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Sluggishness
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Amnesia
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Confusion
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Lack of concentration
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Loss of appetite
Rare side effects include:
Neurological - Agitation, anxiety, headache, depression, hallucinations, hangover, increased dreaming, lack of coordination, loss of equilibrium, nightmares, restlessness, vertigo
Cardiovascular - Cardiac arrhythmia
Respiratory - Difficult or labored breathing, hypoventilation
Gastrointestinal - Abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, vomiting
Ocular - Blurred vision, burning sensation in eyes, nystagmus
Other - Abnormal sweating, backache, dry mouth, muscular weakness
Before taking temazepam, one should ensure that at least 8 hours are available to dedicate to sleep. Failing to do so can increase the side effects of the drug .