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Temazep-CT 20mg soft capsules contain the benzodiazepine medicine temazepam and are intended for the short-term treatment of sleep disorders in adults when prescribed for this purpose. Each soft capsule contains 20mg of temazepam, and this product is supplied as 20 soft capsules.
Temazepam acts on the central nervous system and can cause drowsiness, reduced alertness and next-day impairment. It is also associated with tolerance, physical dependence, addiction and withdrawal, so treatment should be kept as short as appropriate and taken exactly as prescribed. UK medicine warnings for benzodiazepines were strengthened in 2026 to make these risks clearer.
Temazepam is a Class C, Schedule 3 controlled drug in the UK.
Always read the dispensing label and the patient information leaflet supplied with your actual pack before taking this medicine.
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Temazep-CT 20mg is a soft-capsule formulation of temazepam, a medicine from the benzodiazepine group.
The manufacturer’s current product information identifies Temazep-CT as a prescription medicine for the short-term treatment of sleep disorders in adults. Each white, oval soft capsule contains 20mg of temazepam.
This product provides:
For other information relating to medicines used for sleep problems, visit the Sleeping Aids category.
Temazepam is a hypnotic benzodiazepine. NHS medicines guidance describes temazepam as being used for the short-term treatment of insomnia, with the dose taken at bedtime.
Sleep difficulties can have many causes, and medicine is not always the first or only approach. The Temazep-CT manufacturer’s information specifically advises that non-medicine approaches to the underlying sleep problem should be considered before treatment begins.
Temazepam is generally intended for a limited treatment period because regular benzodiazepine use can result in tolerance and physical dependence.
For a broader explanation of this medicine group, read our guide to benzodiazepines and their different types.
Each Temazep-CT soft capsule contains 20mg of temazepam.
The 20mg strength describes the amount of active ingredient contained in each capsule. It should not be treated as a general dosage recommendation.
How much temazepam a person should take, how often it should be used and how long treatment should continue must follow their prescription and individual medical advice.
Do not increase the number of capsules yourself if the medicine appears less effective. Reduced effectiveness after repeated use can be a sign of tolerance, which is a recognised benzodiazepine risk.
Temazepam enhances the activity of gamma-aminobutyric acid, commonly called GABA, within the central nervous system.
GABA reduces activity in parts of the nervous system. Enhancing this effect contributes to the sedative and sleep-promoting effects associated with benzodiazepines.
Because temazepam can continue to affect alertness after waking, adequate sleep time after taking the medicine is important.
The Temazep-CT leaflet advises allowing approximately 7–8 hours of sleep after taking the capsule to reduce the likelihood of memory problems and next-day effects.
For broader information on how different sleep medicines compare, see our sleep medication comparison guide.
Take Temazep-CT exactly as instructed by your doctor or pharmacist.
The manufacturer’s leaflet states that the soft capsule should be swallowed with liquid and may be taken independently of meals. It advises taking Temazep-CT approximately half an hour before going to bed and allowing 7–8 hours for uninterrupted sleep afterwards.
Do not:
If you feel the medicine is too strong, too weak or is no longer helping as expected, speak to your healthcare professional.
Temazepam can cause next-day drowsiness, reduced concentration, impaired coordination and memory problems.
The risk may be greater if there is not enough time for uninterrupted sleep after the medicine is taken.
The product leaflet specifically notes that temporary memory gaps can occur with benzodiazepines and that allowing 7–8 hours of uninterrupted sleep can reduce this risk.
If you forget to take Temazep-CT at the prescribed time, do not take a double amount to compensate for the missed dose.
If the normal bedtime window has passed, follow the instructions in your patient leaflet or ask your doctor or pharmacist what to do.
Do not take an additional dose simply because sleep has been difficult.
Benzodiazepine treatment for insomnia should generally be short term.
The Temazep-CT product leaflet states that treatment should usually last from a few days to around two weeks, and that the total period including gradual withdrawal should generally not exceed four weeks unless the person’s condition has been reassessed by their doctor.
Current UK MHRA guidance also stresses that a plan for reducing and ending benzodiazepine treatment should be discussed because longer use increases the risk of tolerance, dependence and withdrawal.
Not everybody experiences side effects.
The Temazep-CT manufacturer lists effects that can occur particularly at the beginning of treatment, including:
Digestive problems, skin reactions and other effects can also occur.
If a side effect is persistent, worsening or troublesome, speak to your doctor or pharmacist.
Benzodiazepines can sometimes cause short-term memory gaps after the medicine has been taken.
Temazepam may also affect coordination and muscle strength, which can increase the risk of falls, particularly in older people.
Avoid getting up unnecessarily during the night if you are very drowsy or unsteady.
Some people can experience so-called paradoxical reactions to benzodiazepines.
These may include:
These reactions may be more likely in older people. Seek medical advice if significant behavioural or psychological changes develop.
Temazepam and other benzodiazepines can cause physical dependence, even when taken therapeutically.
The risk increases with longer treatment and higher doses and may be greater in people with a previous history of alcohol, medicine or drug dependence.
The MHRA strengthened UK benzodiazepine warnings in January 2026 to highlight four related risks:
Tolerance means that the medicine may feel less effective after repeated use.
Do not respond by increasing the dose yourself.
The MHRA advises patients to speak to their healthcare professional if treatment seems less effective rather than taking more than prescribed.
Abruptly stopping Temazepam after the body has become accustomed to it can produce withdrawal symptoms.
These may include:
More severe withdrawal reactions can include hallucinations or seizures.
Do not abruptly stop regular Temazepam treatment without speaking to your prescriber.
Sleep problems can temporarily return more strongly after Temazepam is suddenly stopped. This is known as rebound insomnia.
Mood changes, anxiety and restlessness may occur at the same time. The manufacturer’s leaflet therefore recommends ending treatment through gradual dose reduction rather than abrupt cessation where appropriate.
Avoid alcohol while taking Temazep-CT.
The manufacturer’s patient leaflet warns that alcohol can change and intensify Temazepam’s effects.
Combining alcohol with a benzodiazepine can cause excessive sedation and may increase the risk of serious breathing problems.
Tell your healthcare professional if you take opioid pain medicines, certain cough medicines or any other medicine that can cause sedation.
The Temazep-CT leaflet specifically warns that using Temazepam together with opioids can increase the risk of:
This is why medicines that depress the central nervous system should not be combined without appropriate medical supervision.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist about all medicines you use, including:
The actual Temazep-CT leaflet should always be checked for the complete interaction information.
Temazepam can impair:
Do not drive, cycle or operate machinery if you are affected.
The manufacturer notes that these effects can be worse when sleep duration is insufficient or when alcohol is involved.
Taking more Temazepam than prescribed can be dangerous.
The Temazep-CT leaflet describes possible overdose effects including:
More severe poisoning can result in deep unconsciousness, breathing problems and circulatory collapse.
If you have taken more than your prescribed amount, seek urgent medical advice and contact NHS 111.
Call 999 or go to A&E immediately if someone:
Do not drive yourself to A&E.
Where possible, take the medicine packaging, remaining capsules and patient leaflet with you.
Temazep-CT 20mg has its own manufacturer-specific patient information leaflet.
The product is manufactured as white, oval soft capsules, each containing 20mg of temazepam, and the manufacturer’s current product page lists packs containing 10 or 20 soft capsules.
Always read the leaflet supplied with your actual pack before taking the medicine.
The leaflet includes information about:
If the instructions on your dispensing label or supplied leaflet differ from general information on this page, follow your prescribed instructions and ask your doctor or pharmacist if anything is unclear.
Temazep-CT 20mg is a soft-capsule medicine containing 20mg of temazepam. The manufacturer identifies it as a benzodiazepine used for the short-term treatment of sleep disorders in adults.
No.
The product shown on this page is Temazep-CT 20mg in soft-capsule form, not a Temazepam tablet.
Forever Care Meds has a separate Temazepam 20mg tablet URL, so keeping the formulations clearly separated is also important for SEO and product accuracy.
This product is supplied as:
20 Temazep-CT 20mg soft capsules.
The manufacturer confirms that 20-capsule packs are an available presentation.
Yes.
Temazepam belongs to the benzodiazepine group of medicines and is used as a hypnotic for short-term insomnia treatment.
Yes.
Temazepam is a Class C, Schedule 3 controlled drug under UK controlled-drug legislation.
Generally, no.
Benzodiazepine treatment for insomnia is intended to be short term because tolerance, dependence and withdrawal can develop with continued use. The Temazep-CT leaflet states that treatment should generally remain within four weeks, including gradual withdrawal.
Yes.
Temazepam can cause addiction and physical dependence. The MHRA strengthened benzodiazepine warnings in 2026 specifically around addiction, dependence, tolerance and withdrawal.
Do not suddenly stop regular Temazepam treatment without medical advice.
Abrupt withdrawal can cause withdrawal symptoms and may also cause temporary rebound insomnia in which the original sleep problem returns more strongly.
Alcohol should be avoided while taking Temazepam because it can intensify the sedative effects of the medicine and increase safety risks.
Yes.
Temazepam can cause tiredness, drowsiness, dizziness and reduced alertness the following day, particularly if there has not been enough uninterrupted sleep.
The manufacturer’s leaflet advises allowing 7–8 hours of uninterrupted sleep after taking Temazep-CT. This helps reduce the likelihood of memory problems and significant next-day effects.
Do not take a double amount to make up for a forgotten dose.
If the normal bedtime dose has been missed, follow the instructions supplied with your medicine or ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
Taking too much Temazepam can cause severe sedation, impaired coordination, unconsciousness and breathing problems.
Seek urgent medical advice. Call 999 for severe breathing problems, seizures, unconsciousness or another life-threatening reaction.
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