Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using flurazepam as follows: Flurazepam use in expectant mothers could harm the unborn baby and result in pregnancy complications and birth defects. So, Flurazepam use should best be avoided during pregnancy and in women planning to get pregnant. The possibility of a woman being pregnant should be explored before initiating therapy with flurazepam. Flurazepam is extensively metabolized in the liver and the metabolites are excreted in the urine. If [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using flurazepam as follows: Do not take flurazepam, if you ever manifested any allergic responses to intake of flurazepam or any other medications belonging to the same group as flurazepam, such as, oxazepam, lorazepam, prazepam, and alprazolam. In the event of an allergic response with any of these medications, check with your physician regarding your safety with intake of Flurazepam. Do not take Flurazepam along with alcohol, opioid pain [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using flurazepam as follows:  Short-term memory loss Flurazepam carries the risk of inducing temporary short-term memory loss and confusion, when you wake up the following morning, thus compromising safety and leading to falls and accidents. Individuals taking flurazepam can develop anterograde amnesia, which is a compromised ability to form new memories after the intake of medication. Tolerance and addiction Individuals using flurazepam can develop tolerance to the dose [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using flurazepam as follows: Mood disturbances Patients are at risk to experience hallucinations and mood disturbances, such as, exacerbation of anxiety and depressive symptoms, with flurazepam use.  Withdrawal syndrome Reducing your dosage gradually over a period is the preferred way to quit flurazepam. Sudden withdrawal from flurazepam, after using for prolonged period of time, may lead to rebound of insomnia symptoms. Abuse potential Flurazepam intake can be habit-forming [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using flurazepam as follows: General constitutional side-effects Flurazepam use can sometimes result in common general constitutional symptoms such as, nausea, vomiting, and stomach upset. These constitutional symptoms can be self-limiting and resolve over time. Taking flurazepam with a small snack can help avoid having unpleasant gastrointestinal symptoms with the medication. General allergic reactions Flurazepam use can result in general allergic reactions, such as, skin rashes, hives, and itching. [...]