Please describe the medication: temazepam?

Sleeping pill: Temazepam (brand name restoril) is a sedating benzodiazepine tranquilizer, prescribed as a sleep aid. Particularly useful when anxiety interferes with sleep, it is unfortunately habit-forming, and thus should not be taken repeatedly. It also should not be taken with alcohol. However, when used occasionally and in proper dosage, it is generally safe and effective.

Anti-anxiety: Temazepam (restoril) -- a benzodiazepine -- is a sedative/hypnotic used for the short-term (7-10 days) treatment of insomnia. It helps you fall asleep faster, decreases the # of times you awaken during the night, & gives you longer periods of uninterrupted sleep. It produces a calming effect. Take 30 min before bedtime. To avoid temporary memory loss, be sure to get 7-8 hrs of sleep after taking.

Restoril (temazepam): Agree with dr. Stark. Also, being long-acting, it can cause morning sedation and dependence. Use short-term as prescribed.