The text of the patient insert for triazolam is set forth below. It is one of several benzodiazepine sleeping pills that have generally similar properties. This leaflet will focus on the beneficial and adverse effects of all members of this class of medications, as well as some specific information about triazolam. There are some differences among these products, and your physician may wish to discuss any specific advantages and disadvantages of particular members of this drug class with you.
Insomnia is often transient in nature, responding to brief treatment with sleeping pills.
Use for more than a short while requires discussion with your physician about the risks and benefits of prolonged use. Users must be cautious about engaging in hazardous activities requiring complete mental alertness, e.g. operating machinery or driving a motor vehicle. Do not take alcohol while using triazolam. Benzodiazepine sleeping pills should not be used with other medications or substances that may cause drowsiness , without discussing said use with your physician. The larger the dose, the more likely an individual will experience next day residual effects such as drowsiness.