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Effects of Using Halcion

Halcion is an effective medication for insomnia, but in some cases, its effects can be dangerous and may cause dependence.

What Are the Effects Of Using Halcion?

Halcion is the brand-name for Triazolam which is a Benzodiazepine that doctors prescribe patients for insomnia. In most cases, Halcion causes people to quickly fall asleep and stay asleep for about seven to eight hours. It also prevents people from waking up suddenly at night. A prescription for Halcion is typically short-term and usually alleviates the symptoms of insomnia within ten days. As a sedative-hypnotic Benzodiazepine, the effects of Halcion are similar to those of Valium, Xanax, Klonopin, Ativan, and other related drugs. Halcion alters the chemistry in the brain to increase the potency of GABA, a neurotransmitter that inhibits activity among neurons. Insomnia arises from hyperactivity within the brain. By amplifying GABA, Halcion relaxes the brain and allows a person to sleep more easily.

Although its primary purpose is to treat insomnia, doctors sometimes prescribe Halcion to treat anxiety and panic attacks. While Halcion is safe for patients who follow their prescriptions, the drug Triazolam is a Schedule IV controlled substance in the United States because the medication poses risks for abuse and dependence. In large doses, Halcion may even cause someone to feel “high,” an effect of many illegal recreational drugs.

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The Side Effects Of Halcion

Like all medications, Halcion can cause side effects. Most Halcion side effects are not life-threatening and will fade away within hours. The most common side effects of Halcion are drowsiness, dizziness, and vivid dreaming. Some patients who take Halcion still feel tired after they wake up and remain sleepy during the day.

Other common side-effects of Halcion include:

  • Headache
  • Indigestion
  • Irritability
  • Lightheadedness
  • Loss of coordination
  • Nervousness
  • Sensations of numbness and tingling

In rare cases, Halcion can cause more serious side effects which may require medical attention. A patient who takes Halcion while also drinking alcohol or taking other Benzodiazepines is more likely to experience the most dangerous side effects of the medication.

The more severe side-effects of Halcion are:

  • Aggression
  • Blurred vision
  • Confusion
  • Depression
  • Fainting
  • Hallucinations
  • Memory loss
  • Muscle weakness, cramps, and spasms
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Slurred speech
  • Thoughts of suicide
  • Tremors

It is possible to suffer an allergic reaction to Halcion. An allergic reaction to any medication is a medical emergency. The symptoms of an allergic reaction to Halcion are hives, swelling in the face, throat, and lips, and trouble breathing. Additionally, medical providers advise against taking Halcion while pregnant, since the medication may harm unborn babies.

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The Symptoms Of A Halcion Overdose

When a person has a prescription for Halcion, it is important that they always follow the instructions for the prescription and remember how many doses of Halcion they’ve taken. If someone takes too much Halcion, they may suffer an overdose. An overdose can be life-threatening and requires medical attention. The FDA reports that some overdoses on Halcion have proven fatal. An overdose is more likely to cause death when patients use alcohol or other drugs together with Halcion.

The symptoms of a Halcion overdose are:

  • Extreme drowsiness
  • Falling into a coma
  • Intense confusion
  • Seizure
  • Shallow breathing
  • Slurred speech

Halcion Dependence And Withdrawal

Halcion is not likely to cause an addiction disorder. However, it is possible for a person to develop Halcion dependence. People who take Halcion to relax or counteract the effects of stimulant drugs are most likely to form a habit of taking Halcion. To prevent legitimate patients from developing dependence, Halcion prescriptions almost never last more than ten days. If someone takes Halcion for weeks, they may become unable to sleep without it. In such cases, people may develop tolerance to normal doses of Halcion and take the medication in larger amounts to continue experiencing its effects. Tolerance thereby strengthens dependence and increases the risk of overdose .

Medical researchers have documented symptoms of Benzodiazepine withdrawal, including Halcion withdrawal. Withdrawal is very likely for people who abuse Halcion, but even people who use Halcion correctly might experience withdrawal if they abruptly stop taking it once their prescription ends. For this reason, doctors tend to gradually reduce their patients’ Halcion doses to prevent withdrawal as they finish treatment for insomnia. In extreme cases, Benzodiazepine withdrawal can provoke seizures and become fatal, so medical supervision is an important part of any Benzodiazepine detox program.

The severity of withdrawal symptoms that a person experiences will depend on the severity of their dependence to Halcion. The symptoms of Halcion withdrawal include:

  • Convulsions
  • Dysphoria
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Rebound insomnia
  • Stomach and muscle cramps
  • Tremors

Get Started Today With Overcoming Halcion Abuse

If you or someone you know is misusing Halcion and developing dependence, it is important to get help immediately. There are rehab centers all throughout the country that support people who are striving to overcome dependence on Benzodiazepines. A treatment program for Halcion dependence will most likely involve detox, medication, and therapy. If you’re ready to take the first step forward, please contact a treatment provider.

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