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Euhypnos

Generic Name: Temazepam
Product Name: Euhypnos

Indication of Euhypnos:

Short term treatment of insomnia.

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Action of Euhypnos:

Benzodiazepines potentiate the inhibitory effects of gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA throughout the CNS, resulting in anxiolytic, sedative hypnotic, muscle relaxant and antiepileptic effects).

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Dose advice of Euhypnos:

Adult:5-20mg at night.Elderly:Initially 5-10mg at night.

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Schedule of Euhypnos:

S4

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Common side effects of Euhypnos:

- Drowsiness.- Over-sedation.- Light-headedness.- Memory loss.- Ataxia.- Slurred speech.

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Uncommon side effects of Euhypnos:

- Headache.- Vertigo.- Hypotension.- Disorientation.- Confusion.- Paradoxical excitation.- Euphoria.- Aggression and hostility.- Anxiety.- Decreased libido. - Anterograde amnesia.- Pain and thrombophlebitis with IV injection.- Respiratory arrest with IV use.

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Diseases treated by Euhypnos:


For further information talk to your doctor.


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calendar icon Created: 22/7/2003

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