Restoril 15mg

Forms and dosages

Restoril is administered orally about 30 minutes before going to bed. According to the prescribing information, the recommended starting dose is 7.5mg to 15mg in most adults, with up to 30mg used in selected cases. Older adults and patients with hepatic or respiratory impairment should generally start at the lower end. Capsules are swallowed whole with water; the medication should be used only when at least seven to eight hours of sleep are anticipated.

Indications

Restoril is approved in adults for the short-term treatment of insomnia, particularly when difficulty maintaining sleep is prominent. According to clinical guidelines, prescription should be limited to the lowest effective dose for the shortest period needed, typically two to four weeks, with periodic reassessment. Restoril is not indicated for chronic insomnia as a first-line approach, nor for paediatric patients.