Lorazepam Information
Drug Use
Ativan (Lorazepam) is a benzodiazepine used to treat
anxiety and panic disorder. It may also be used to treat
other conditions as determined by your doctor.
How to Take
Follow the directions for using Ativan (Lorazepam)
provided by your doctor. AVOID DRINKING GRAPEFRUIT JUICE
while taking Ativan. STORE Lorazepam at room
temperature, away from heat and light.
Side Effects
SIDE EFFECTS that may go away during treatment, include
excessive daytime drowsiness, unusual weakness,
dizziness, lightheadedness, headache, clumsiness, or
unsteadiness. If they continue or are bothersome, check
with your doctor. If you notice other effects not listed
above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Missed Dose
IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF Ativan (Lorazepam) and you are
using it regularly, take it as soon as possible. If you
do not remember until later, skip the missed dose and go
back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2
doses at once.
Precautions
DO NOT EXCEED THE RECOMMENDED DOSE or take Lorazepam
for longer than prescribed. Exceeding the recommended
dose or taking Ativan for longer than prescribed may be
habit-forming. Ativan (Lorazepam) MAY CAUSE drowsiness
or dizziness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do
anything else that could be dangerous until you know how
you react to Lorazepam. Ativan WILL ADD TO THE EFFECTS
of other medicines and alcohol. Ask your pharmacist if
you have questions about which medicines can cause
drowsiness.
For Women
Ativan (Lorazepam) HAS BEEN SHOWN TO CAUSE HARM to the
human fetus. IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss
with your doctor the benefits and risks of using
Lorazepam during pregnancy. Ativan IS EXCRETED IN BREAST
MILK. DO NOT BREAST-FEED while taking Ativan (Lorazepam).
Drug Interactions
Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or
prevent a medicine from doing its job. Taking Ativan with
CAFFEINE may result in the Lorazepam not working as
well for you. Lorazepam may interact with certain
foods. These foods containing caffeine include but are
not limited to coffee, soft drinks, and chocolate. It is
recommended to avoid or reduce caffeine at nighttime if
you are taking Lorazepam to help you sleep.
Storage
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F
(15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Keep
this and all medications out of the reach of children.
Disclaimer
This drug information is for your information purposes
only, it is not intended that this information covers
all uses, directions, drug interactions, precautions, or
adverse effects of your medication. This is only general
information, and should not be relied on for any
purpose. It should not be construed as containing
specific instructions for any particular patient. We
disclaim all responsibility for the accuracy and
reliability of this information, and/or any consequences
arising from the use of this information, including
damage or adverse consequences to persons or property,
however such damages or consequences arise. No warranty,
either expressed or implied, is made in regards to this
information.
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