If you take Restoril for an extended period, you may be more likely to experience withdrawal symptoms once you stop taking it. you are more likely to get severe symptoms if you suddenly stop taking a large dose you’ve been taking for a while. Then, you might get symptoms like Vomiting, Muscle cramps or spasms, Intense sweating, and Intense sweating. Talk to your healthcare provider about how to safely stop taking this medication. Take Restoril exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider. This will mean taking it when you are ready to go to bed in most cases.2 It is not necessary to take it with food. Do not take Restoril unless you know you can allow the next seven to eight hours of sleep.  Do not crush the drug and snort it up your nose. This is not a safe way to use the medicine.