Triazolam is a medicine that is prescribed to treat insomnia for a short period of time. This eMedTV article covers important information on triazolam, including its effects on the body, general dosing guidelines, and possible side effects.
Common side effects of triazolam can include drowsiness, headaches, and nausea. This part of the eMedTV library also lists serious triazolam side effects that may require medical attention, such as hallucinations, suicidal thoughts, and depression.
As this part of the eMedTV site explains, triazolam is used for treating insomnia in adults for a short period of time (no more than 7 to 10 days). Triazolam is not approved for use in children, and there are currently no off-label triazolam uses.
This eMedTV page discusses the triazolam dosing guidelines your doctor will follow to determine your dosage. Generally, the recommended triazolam dose for treating insomnia is 0.25 mg at bedtime. This page also lists suggestions for taking triazolam.
This eMedTV article explains that when certain medications (such as narcotics or antidepressants) are taken with triazolam, drug interactions may occur. This page describes the problems that can occur due to these drug interactions with triazolam.
Some people may become dependent on triazolam, and the drug can cause memory problems. This eMedTV page covers more precautions and warnings with triazolam, including the conditions you should tell your doctor about and who should not take the drug.
