Lorazepam B.P. – 1 mg

Brand Name : JOLOR-1 MD

Composition : Lorazepam B.P. – 1 mg

Packing : (10 x 15)

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Description :

Lorazepam is a benzodiazepine used in the treatment of short-term anxiety disorder and anxiety disorder. It is also used in the treatment of insomnia caused by anxiety or temporary situational stress. The medicine act on the brain and nerves (central nervous system) to produce a calming effect. This drug works by enhancing the effects of a certain natural chemical in the body known as (GABA). Use the medicine at the same time each day to maintain a constant level of medication in the body. 

Take the medication as per the prescribed dosage and duration and complete the full course of the medicine. Do not crush chew or break the tablets. Swallow the whole tablet with water. Immediately contact your doctor if you notice side effects such as unusual movements; ringing in your ears; anxiety; memory problems; difficulty concentrating; sleep problems; seizures; shaking; muscle twitching; changes in mental health; aggression; depression; burning or prickling feelings in your hands. Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Lorazepam or similar medicines. 

Medical Benefits of Lorazepam Tablets 

Lorazepam works by increasing the action of a chemical messenger (GABA) which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain. It is a benzodiazepine used in the treatment of anxiety disorder. The medicine works by producing a calming effect on the brain, thereby providing relief from anxiety. 

Side Effects of Lorazepam Tablets 

There are moderate to temporary side effects of Lorazepam tablets that do not last for a long time. The side effects depend on the user's physiological and psychological health and response to the therapy. The side effects observed on using the Lorazepam tablets are mentioned below: 

• drowsiness
• dizziness
• tiredness
• weakness
• unsteadiness
• diarrhea
• nausea
• changes in appetite
• restlessness or excitement
• constipation
• blurred vision
• changes in sex drive or ability

Drug Interaction 

A few drugs when taken together can interact with each other and cause negative health effects. The drugs also tend to interact with certain food items and health conditions. Do not take Alprazolam+Propranolol Tablets with the following mentioned drugs:

Interaction with Diseases: 

• seizures

• sleep apnea (a condition in which a person briefly stops breathing many times during the night)

• lung problems or any condition that affects your breathing such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• heart or liver disease.

Precautions and Warnings 

1. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant before taking this medicine as it may affect the fetus. 

2. Avoid consuming alcohol as it may worsen the side effects or can be fatal. 

3. Do not give this medicine to elderly people who are aged above 65. 

4. Keep the medicine out of reach of children and pets. Properly discard expired and discarded medicines. 

5. Store the medicine in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. 

6. Follow the prescribed dosage and duration by the doctor and do not abruptly stop taking the medicine. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) 

1. Are there any harmful effects of taking more than the recommended doses of Lorazepam?

Taking more than the recommended dose of Lorazepam may cause loss of muscle control, low blood pressure, mental confusion, slow breathing, and even coma. If you have taken higher than the recommended dose of Lorazepam, seek immediate medical help immediately.

2. Does Lorazepam cause depression?

If you have a history of depression, it may increase the risk of developing depression again. Lorazepam should not be used alone in depressed patients because it may cause suicidal tendencies in such patients.