Restoril Interactions Explained
The following sections explain in detail the potentially negative interactions that can occur when
Restoril is combined with any of the drugs listed above.
Alcohol
Combining alcohol with Restoril 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 Restoril
(see Alcohol and Restoril).
Antidepressant Medications
Taking an
antidepressant with Restoril 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 Restoril 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 to your healthcare provider before taking these medications together.
Barbiturates
If a barbiturate is taken with Restoril, it 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 to your healthcare provider before taking these medications together.
Narcotics or Opiates
Combining an opiate or narcotic with Restoril can increase your risk of side effects, such as drowsiness, confusion, memory loss, or difficulty breathing. Serious side effects may also occur. Talk to your healthcare provider before taking these medications together.
Other Benzodiazepines
Taking Restoril with other benzodiazepines can increase your risk of side effects, such as drowsiness, confusion, memory loss, or difficulty breathing. Serious side effects may also occur. Talk to your healthcare provider before combining these medications.
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