Restoril is a trade name for the drug Temazepam. This is a intermediate acting 3 hydroxy benzodiazepine. Restoril is a medication that is prescribed for patients who hare having a difficult time staying asleep at night. The medication has been around for some time, being approved by the United States Food and Drug Association in 1964. It began being used to treat insomnia in 1969. Today it is one of the most commonly prescribed medications on the market today.

Restoril is a medication that is used in the treatment of insomnia. In clinical trials it was found that the medication would actually decrease greatly the number of night time awakenings experienced by those taking it as prescribed. Restoril is a medication that is often prescribed to United States Air Force officers who need to rest in preparation for their missions.

Like all medications, Restoril is associated with some serious side effects, although not every patient will experience some or all of these. Lack of muscle coordination, hypoventilation, narrow angle glaucoma, hepatitis, depression, and sleep apnea are just some of the side effects that have been experienced by some. It is important to talk to your doctor about the side effects before you begin taking Restoril to ascertain whether the risks of taking the medication are worth the benefits. Restoril should never be used in pregnancy as it is believed to cause harm to the growing fetus. The medication should also not be used by those who have struggled with addiction or those with comorbid psychiatric disorders.

More commonly experienced side effects may include blurred vision, diarrhea, headaches, depression, dizziness, fatigue, lethargy, impairment of memory, and longer reaction times. These side effects will often dissipate in time and most patients do not find them bothersome enough to discontinue therapy.