• Doral is in a group of drugs called benzodiazepines, it used to treat insomnia.

How should you take this medication?

• Take doral only when you are getting ready for several hours of sleep. You may fall asleep very quickly after taking the medicine.
   
• Doral may be taken with or without food. Take 15 to 30 minutes before bedtime.
   
• If you miss a dose of Doral , take it as soon as possible. If you no longer have time for a full night's sleep or you do not remember until the next day, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

General Precautions with Doral

• Do not use this medication if you are allergic to doral or to other benzodiazepines.
   
• Before taking Doral, tell your doctor if you have any breathing problems, glaucoma, kidney or liver disease, myasthenia gravis, or a history of depression, suicidal thoughts, or addiction to drugs or alcohol.
   
• If you think you may have become mentally or physically dependent on this medicine, check with your doctor.
   
• Doral may cause drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, or difficulty with coordination. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to Doral.
   
• Do not drink alcohol while you are using Doral .

What are the possible side effects of Doral?

• Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
   
• Check with your doctor if any of these common side effects persist or become bothersome: anxiety, drowsiness during the day, dizziness, fatigue, headache; blurred vision, nausea, nervousness, sluggishness, unusual weakness, dry mouth.