When and How to Take Flurazepam
General considerations for when and how to take flurazepam include the following:
- The medication comes in capsule form. It is usually taken by mouth at bedtime.
- Take flurazepam just before you are ready to go to bed, as it can work rather quickly in some people.
- Flurazepam can be taken with or without food. If the medication bothers your stomach, try taking it with food.
- For the medication to work properly, it must be taken as prescribed. Flurazepam may cause serious problems if you take it at higher dosages or for a longer period of time than your healthcare provider recommends (see Dalmane Abuse).
Dosing Information for Flurazepam
The dose of flurazepam that your healthcare provider recommends will vary, depending on a number of factors, including:
- Your age
- Other medications you may be taking
- Other medical conditions you may have.
As always, do not adjust your flurazepam dose unless your healthcare provider specifically instructs you to do so.
Side Effects of Flurazepam
As with any medicine, side effects are possible with flurazepam. However, not everyone who takes the drug will experience side effects. In fact, most people tolerate it quite well. If side effects do occur, in most cases, they are minor and either require no treatment or can easily be treated by you or your healthcare provider. Serious side effects are less common.
Common side effects of flurazepam include but are not limited to:
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Lightheadedness
- Coordination problems.
(Click Flurazepam Side Effects to learn more, including potentially serious side effects that you should report immediately to your healthcare provider.)
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