Interactions With Flurazepam Explained
The following sections explain in detail the potentially negative interactions that can occur when
flurazepam is combined with any of the drugs listed above.
Alcohol
Combining alcohol with flurazepam can increase your risk of side effects, such as drowsiness, confusion, memory loss, or difficulty breathing. Serious side effects may also occur. It is best to avoid alcohol while taking flurazepam
(see Dalmane and Alcohol).
Antidepressant Medications
Taking an
antidepressant with flurazepam can increase your risk of side effects, such as drowsiness, confusion, memory loss, or difficulty breathing. Ask your healthcare provider about combining these two medications.
Antipsychotic Medications
Combining an
antipsychotic medication with flurazepam can increase your risk of side effects, such as drowsiness, confusion, memory loss, or difficulty breathing. Serious side effects may also occur. Make sure to talk with your healthcare provider before taking these medications together.
Barbiturates
Taking a barbiturate with flurazepam can increase your risk of side effects, such as drowsiness, confusion, memory loss, or difficulty breathing. Serious side effects may also occur. Make sure to talk with your healthcare provider before combining these drugs.
Certain Antibiotics or Antifungals
Some antibiotics and antifungal medications can increase the level of flurazepam in your blood, potentially increasing your risk of side effects. Talk with your healthcare provider before taking one of these medications with flurazepam.
Narcotics or Opiates
Combining an opiate or narcotic with flurazepam can increase your risk of side effects, such as drowsiness, confusion, memory loss, or difficulty breathing. Serious side effects may also occur. Make sure to talk with your healthcare provider before taking flurazepam with an opiate or narcotic.
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