Indication of Temtabs:
Short term treatment of insomnia.
Action of Temtabs:
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 Temtabs:
Adult: 5-20mg at nightElderly: Initially 5-10mg at night
Common side effects of Temtabs:
DrowsinessOver-sedationLight-headednessMemory lossAtaxiaSlurred speech
Uncommon side effects of Temtabs:
HeadacheVertigoHypotensionDisorientationConfusionParadoxical excitationEuphoriaAggression and hostilityAnxietyDecreased libido Anterograde amnesiaPain and thrombophlebitis with IV injectionRespiratory arrest with IV use
