Generic name: estazolam [ es-TA-zoe-lam ]
Brand name: Prosom
Dosage form: oral tablet (1 mg; 2 mg)
Drug class:Benzodiazepines
What is estazolam?
Estazolam is a benzodiazepine (ben-zoe-dye-AZE-eh-peen) that is used to treat insomnia (trouble falling or staying asleep).
Estazolam may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Estazolam can slow or stop your breathing, especially if you have recently used an opioid medication or alcohol.
MISUSE OF estazolam CAN CAUSE ADDICTION, OVERDOSE, OR DEATH. Keep the medication in a place where others cannot get to it.
Do not stop using estazolam without asking your doctor. You may have life-threatening withdrawal symptoms if you stop using the medicine suddenly after long-term use. Some withdrawal symptoms may last up to 12 months or longer.
Get medical help right away if you stop using estazolam and have symptoms such as: unusual muscle movements, being more active or talkative, sudden and severe changes in mood or behavior, confusion, hallucinations, seizures, or thoughts about suicide.
Do not use if you are pregnant.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use estazolam if you are allergic to it, or:
if you are pregnant; or
if you are also using itraconazole or ketoconazole.
May cause birth defects. Do not use if you are pregnant. If you use estazolam during pregnancy, your baby could be born with life-threatening withdrawal symptoms, and may ne...
