This medication can cause birth defects in an unborn baby, or
withdrawal symptoms in a newborn. Do not use triazolam if you are pregnant.
Before taking triazolam, tell your doctor if you have any breathing problems, glaucoma,
kidney or liver disease, myasthenia gravis, or a history of depression, suicidal thoughts, or
addiction to drugs or alcohol.
Do not drink alcohol while taking triazolam. It can increase some of the side effects,
and could possibly cause a fatal overdose.
Avoid using other medicines that make you sleepy. They can add to sleepiness caused by
triazolam.
Triazolam may be habit-forming and should be used only by the person it
was prescribed for. Triazolam should never be given to another person, especially
someone who has a history of drug abuse or addiction. Keep the medication in a secure place
where others cannot get to it.
What is triazolam?
Triazolam is in a group of drugs called benzodiazepines (ben-zoe-dye-AZE-eh-peens).
Triazolam affects chemicals in the brain that may become unbalanced and cause sleep problems
(insomnia).
Triazolam is used to treat insomnia symptoms, such as trouble falling or staying asleep.
Triazolam may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
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