Lorazepam has a
calming effect. It is prescribed for several different conditions.
Lorazepam is likely to
affect your reactions and ability to drive. These effects can last into the
following day. It is an offence to drive while your reactions are impaired.
Do not drink alcohol while you are on lorazepam.
About lorazepam
Type of medicine
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A benzodiazepine
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Used for
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Anxiety; insomnia associated with anxiety; Nausea; difficult or labored breathing; seizures; as pre-medication
before surgery or medical procedures; acute panic attacks; convulsions
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Available as
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Tablets and injection
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Common lorazepam side-effects
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What can I do if I experience this?
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Feeling sleepy, weak, or light-headed (these can continue into
the following day)
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Do not drive and do not use tools or machines. Do not drink
alcohol
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Forgetfulness, feeling confused or unsteady
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If any of these become troublesome, speak with your hospice nurse
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Feeling (or being) aggressive
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This can happen in some people - let your hospice nurse know about it
as soon as possible
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Important information
about all medicines
Never take more than the prescribed dose. If
you suspect that you or someone else might have taken an overdose of this
medicine, go to the accident and emergency department of your local hospital.
Take the container with you, even if it is empty.
This medicine is for you. Never give it to
other people even if their condition appears to be the same as yours.
If you buy any medicines check with a
pharmacist that they are safe to take with your other medicines.
Do not keep out-of-date or unwanted
medicines. Take them to your local pharmacy which will dispose of them for
you.
If you have any questions about this
medicine ask your pharmacist
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