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• n  a frequently prescribed benzodiazepine (trade name Restoril); takes effect slowly and lasts long enough to help those people who wake up frequently during the night

• temazepam
• Restoril

News & Articles

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• Serious heartburn common side effect of sleeping pills
  [...] I read in your column that Ambien could cause trouble with heartburn. Serious heartburn is a common but often unrecognized side effect of sleeping pills like zolpidem (Ambien) and temazepam (Restoril). Discontinuing a sleeping pill suddenly can cause rebound insomnia. Alternative approaches such as magnesium, melatonin, hops or valerian may be helpful while your body is adjusting. An ...
  Sept. 16, 2013 - San Antonio Express-News