Restoril Uses

Restoril is used to treat several types of insomnia in adults. The drug belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines; it works by enhancing the effects of a naturally calming chemical in the brain. Restoril has not been approved for use in children, and there are no universally accepted "off-label" Restoril uses at this time.

 

An Overview of Restoril Uses

Restoril® (temazepam) is a prescription medication that is approved as a short-term insomnia treatment. It is part of a group of medications called benzodiazepines.
 
It is not unusual to have trouble sleeping occasionally from time to time. However, if you feel that you do not get enough sleep or cannot obtain satisfying sleep, you could possibly have a sleep disorder called insomnia.
 
 
  • Trouble falling asleep
  • Waking up often during the night and having trouble going back to sleep
  • Waking up too early in the morning
  • Non-refreshing sleep.
     
There are several types of insomnia, based on how long the insomnia lasts and how often it occurs. These types include:
 
  • Acute insomnia (short-term)
  • Chronic insomnia
  • Transient insomnia (insomnia that comes and goes).
     
Short-term insomnia can last from one night to a few weeks. It is often caused by physical or emotional discomfort and can be related to a single specific event (see Insomnia Causes). About 60 million Americans each year experience insomnia.
 
Since Restoril is only approved for the short-term treatment of insomnia, it should generally not be used for more than seven to ten days.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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