Triazolam Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Triazolam, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Triazolam brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Triazolam

Pronunciation : trye ay' zole lam

ICD Code : Y47.5 Therapeutic Classification : Anxiolytics, Sedatives And Hypnotics

Brand Names or Trade Names of Triazolam

International :

Halcion Apo-Triazo, Halcion, Hypam, and Trilam

Why is Triazolam Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a benzodiazepine, prescribed as a sedative to treat severe insomnia. It works by slowing activity in the brain to allow sleep.

When should Triazolam not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in pregnant women and patients with hypersensitivity. It should not be co-administered with ketoconazole, itraconazole, nefazodone.

What is the dosage of Triazolam?

PO- The recommended dose for adult is 0.25 mg at bedtime. Maximum: 0.5mg.

How should Triazolam be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, after food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Triazolam?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with alcohol addiction, smoking habit, depression, mental or mood problems, history of suicidal thoughts or behavior, myasthenia gravis, liver or kidney problems, blood disease porphyria, increased eye pressure, respiratory disease, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children and during breastfeeding.

• It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

• Avoid alcohol consumption.

• It may cause memory loss; if it is so consult with your doctor.

• Patient may perform certain activities like driving, making phone calls etc, without their knowledge; consult your doctor immediately.

What are the side effects of Triazolam?

Most Common - Weakness, tiredness, dizziness, drowsiness, clumsiness, unsteadiness, "hangover" effect, headache, increased dream frequency, loss of memory, nausea and vomiting.
Miscellaneous - Depression, lightheadedness, fainting spells, mood changes, excitability, aggressive behavior and movement difficulty.