Temazepam (Restoril)

Temazepam (Restoril)

Temazepam is a benzodiazepine (ben-zoe-dye-AZE-eh-peen). It affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with sleep disorders. This medication is used to treat a insomnia. It may help you fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and lessen how often you wake during the night.

This is in the Drug class: Benzodiazepine.

Temazepam is indicated for the short-term treatment of insomnia (generally 7 – 10 days).