Indication of Temaze:
Temaze is used as a short term treatment for insomnia.
Action of Temaze:
Benzodiazepines potentiate the inhibitory effects of gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA throughout the CNS, resulting in anxiolytic, sedative hypnotic, muscle relaxant and antiepileptic effects.
Dose Advice of Temaze:
Adult: 5-20mg at night.Elderly: Initially 5-10mg at night.
Schedule of Temaze:
S4
Common side effects of Temaze:
DrowsinessOver-sedationLight-headednessMemory lossAtaxiaSlurred speech
Uncommon side effects of Temaze:
HeadacheVertigoHypotensionDisorientationConfusionParadoxical excitationEuphoriaAggression and hostilityAnxietyDecreased libido Anterograde amnesiaPain and thrombophlebitis with IV injectionRespiratory arrest with IV use
Diseases treated by Temaze:
Insomnia
