Flurazepam ( Dalmane )
Flurazepam (
Dalmane ) is a sedative ( benzodiazepines. ) Used principally as a sleeping
pill. It builds up in the body very fast and may remain in the body two to four
days after taken.
Warnings
Narcotics may
increase the sedative effects of this drug. Do not take other sedative,
benzodiazepines, or sleeping pills with this drug. The combinations could be
fatal. Do not drink alcohol when taking benzodiazepines. Alcohol can lower blood
pressure and decrease your breathing rate to the point of unconsciousness.
The
habit-forming potential is high. It is possible to become dependent in only two
to four weeks. Psychological and physical dependence is common. This drug should
not be taken for more then four weeks ( Yudofsky, Hales and Ferguson . ) Do not
stop taking this drug abruptly, this could cause psychological and physical
withdrawal symptoms.
Do not take this
drug if you are pregnant. Some studies have found that taking some
benzodiazepines may lead to birth defects.
Do not take this
drug if planning to become pregnant. Do not take if you are breast-feeding.
Do not give this
drug to children. Only use drug in small doses if over sixty with strict
monitoring.
Do
not use If: You had
negative reactions to other benzodiazepines, if you have a history of drug
dependence, if you have kidney or liver disease. Do not take if you have a
chronic breathing problem.
Flurazepam ( Symptoms or Effects )
Common:
Clumsiness / Sleepiness.
Rare:
Abdominal cramps, blurred vision, dry mouth, racing heartbeat / palpitations,
shaking / slurred speech, urination problems, convulsions, hallucinations,
memory loss, trouble breathing, staggering / trembling, headache or confusion.
See
physician always:
Abdominal cramps, blurred vision, dry mouth, racing heartbeat / palpitations,
shaking / slurred speech, urination problems, convulsions, hallucinations,
memory loss, trouble breathing, staggering / trembling, headache or confusion.
See
physician if severe:
Clumsiness / Sleepiness.