Halcion contains triazolam, a triazozobenzodiazepine hypnotic agent.  Triazolam is a central nervous system depressant and is usually prescribed as a sedative.  Trade names for triazolam include: Halcion, Novodorm and Songar.

Halcion is classified as a schedule IV narcotic by the DEA.  This means that it has a low potential for abuse and is available with a prescription.

Halcion was withdrawn on a temporary basis from markets in several countries because of concerns about serious (mostly psychological) side effects associated with high dosages of the drug.  Halcion is still banned in the UK after the Committee on the Safety of Medicines concluded that it caused a higher frequency of psychological side-effects than other hypnotic agencies.

Halcion Side Effects

Halcion can cause very serious side effects such as: allergies, rash, mania, delusions, violence, constipation, rapid heart beat, ringing ears, memory impairment, lack of coordination, anorexia, fatigue, jaundice, problems urinating, confusion, dysarthria or addiction.

Other side effects include: headache, nausea, changes in libido, menstrual irregularities, depression, drowsiness, light-headed feeling, vomiting, sleep deprivation, twitches, irrational behavior, heart burn, chest pain, burning tongue, diarrhea, dry mouth, nightmares, congestion, euphoria or cramps. 

Death has been reported as a side effect in users taking Halcion with diuretic drugs.

Signs of Overdose
 
Overdose of Halcion can cause death.  If one suspects overdose, seek medical attention right away.  Overdose symptoms include: lethargy, confusion, impaired coordination, coma, respiratory depression, apnea or seizures.

Withdrawal Symptoms
 
Long term use of Halcion – or indeed any benzodiazepine - usually leads to tolerance and dependence with the appearance of withdrawal symptoms when one decides to lower dosage or end use.  

 
Withdrawal from Halcion can cause very severe reactions such as: convulsions, tremor, abdominal cramps, muscle cramps, vomiting, nausea, sweating, diarrhea, hallucination, insomnia, anxiety, agitation, confusion, suicidal thoughts or toxic psychosis.

Getting off Halcion can be a daunting process.  Contact us today for help.