OP wrote: she has been prescribed Temazepam which they said would make her sleep better and longer. Has anyone out here had those and what is the difference, and do you knjow if the Temazepam really works or not?
I think different people have different reactions to different drugs.
I have used both Ambien and Temazepam. I much prefer Temazepam (Brand name: Restoril. It's a cousin to diazepam which is generic valium.)
Ambien sends me into a deep sleep with a little short-term memory loss. Too strong for my comfort level.
For me, Temazepam (Restoril) gently lets my mind rest - almost like someone just gently stroking my temples. If something happens in the middle of the night - I *do* wake up and can function. It also clears cleanly so I don't feel groggy in the morning. For me, it does not 'keep me down'. For me, it works for about 4 hours. If I am in good room with no interuptions, once I am asleep, I can stay asleep.
So I guess my experience between the two drugs is different than what has been suggested to your wife. But again, everyone is different and may have different responses.
Of the two, my preference - when I occaisionally need something to help me sleep - is Temazepam.
-Aude.