What is the most important information I should know about flurazepam?
Flurazepam may cause a severe allergic reaction. Stop taking
flurazepam and get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic
reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Take flurazepam only when you are getting ready for several hours of
sleep. You may fall asleep very quickly after taking the medicine.
Some people using this medicine have engaged in activity such as driving,
eating, or making phone calls and later having no memory of the activity. If this
happens to you, stop taking flurazepam and talk with your doctor about another treatment for
your sleep disorder.
This medication can cause birth defects in an unborn baby, or
withdrawal symptoms in a newborn. Do not use flurazepam if you are pregnant.
Flurazepam may be habit-forming and should be used only by the person it
was prescribed for. Flurazepam should never be shared with another person,
especially someone who has a history of drug abuse or addiction. Keep the medication in a
secure place where others cannot get to it.
Contact your doctor if your insomnia does not improve after taking flurazepam for 7
to 10 nights, or if you have any mood or behavior changes. Insomnia can be a symptom of
depression, mental illness, or certain medical conditions.
What is flurazepam?
Flurazepam is in a group of drugs called benzodiazepines (ben-zoe-dye-AZE-eh-peens).
Flurazepam affects chemicals in the brain that may become unbalanced and cause sleep problems
(insomnia).
Flurazepam is used to treat insomnia symptoms, such as trouble falling or staying asleep.
Flurazepam may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking flurazepam?
Some people using this medicine have engaged in activity such as driving,
eating, or making phone calls and later having no memory of the activity. If this
happens to you, stop taking flurazepam and talk with your doctor about another treatment for
your sleep disorder.
You should not use this medication if you are allergic to flurazepam
Before taking flurazepam, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have:
If you have any of these conditions, you may need a dose adjustment
or special tests to safely take this medication.
Flurazepam can cause birth defects in an unborn baby. It may
also cause addiction or withdrawal symptoms in a newborn if the mother takes flurazepam late in
pregnancy. Do not use flurazepam if you are pregnant. Tell your doctor right
away if you become pregnant during treatment. Use an effective form of birth control while you
are using this medication.
Flurazepam may pass into breast milk and could harm a nursing baby. Do not use
this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
The sedative effects of flurazepam may last longer in older adults. Accidental falls are
common in elderly patients who take benzodiazepines. Use caution to avoid falling or accidental
injury while you are taking flurazepam.
Do not give this medication to anyone younger than 15 years old.
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