Normison
Generic Name: Temazepam
Product Name: Normison
Indication
Short term treatment of insomnia
Action
Benzodiazepines potentiate the inhibitory effects of gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA throughout the CNS, resulting in anxiolytic, sedative hypnotic, muscle relaxant and antiepileptic effects.
Dose advice
Adult:
5-20mg at night
Elderly:
Initially 5-10mg at night
Schedule
S4
Common side effects
Drowsiness
Over-sedation
Light-headedness
Memory loss
Ataxia
Slurred speech
Uncommon side effects
Headache
Vertigo
Hypotension
Disorientation
Confusion
Paradoxical excitation
Euphoria
Aggression and hostility
Anxiety
Decreased libido
Anterograde amnesia
Pain and thrombophlebitis with IV injection
Respiratory arrest with IV use
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For further information talk to your doctor.
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