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Calmese Information

Calmese is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Anxiety. Other than this, Calmese has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Calmese depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Calmese as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Calmese are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Calmese is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Calmese's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Calmese is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Respiratory Depression are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Calmese contraindications section.

Besides this, Calmese may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Calmese is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.



Calmese Benefits & Uses

Calmese is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Calmese Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Anxiety
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: The usual dosage is 2 to 6 mg/day
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Anxiety
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: The usual dosage is 2 to 6 mg/day
Geriatric
  • Disease: Anxiety
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: The usual dosage is 2 to 6 mg/day

Calmese Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Calmese safe for pregnant women?


    Calmese can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Calmese right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Calmese safe during breastfeeding?


    Calmese may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Calmese on the Kidneys?


    Using Calmese does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Calmese on the Liver?


    Calmese can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Calmese on the Heart?


    Very few cases of side effects of Calmese on the heart have been reported.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Calmese with Other Drugs

Calmese should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Calmese Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Calmese unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Calmese

  • Is this Calmese habit forming or addictive?


    Yes, Calmese cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.

    Yes
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Calmese, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Calmese can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Calmese is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Yes, this Calmese works for mental disorders.

    Yes

Calmese Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Calmese


    Calmese may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Calmese


    Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Calmese as it can have severe side effects.

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about Calmese

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Calmese?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Calmese is a brand name for lorazepam. It is a controlled prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called benzodiazepine. It is short-acting potent anxiolytic. It used for the treatment of status epilepticus and insomnia (sleeplessness). It is also used for the treatment of anxiety and panic disorder (sudden, unexpected attacks of extreme fear and worry about these attacks). It is sometimes also used off-label to manage chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Calmese safe to use?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Calmese is safe to use, if taken in prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration. However, there are few side effects which have been observed at a therapeutic dose level such as drowsiness, dizziness, hallucination, shortness of breath, unusual changes in behavior, and problems with coordination or balance.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Calmese cause respiratory depression?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Calmese may cause respiratory depression in some cases because it acts on the central nervous system (CNS) and decreases its activity. If you are experiencing slow and shallow breathing which is a symptom of respiratory depression then consult it with your doctor immediately further any further delay.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Calmese work?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Calmese works by relaxing the muscles of the body and suppressing abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain through an increase in the activity of a chemical messenger known as GABA. Thus, providing relief from sleeplessness and anxiety to the patient.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Calmese cause dry mouth?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Calmese may cause dry mouth because it decreases the saliva secretion in your mouth. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you experience excessive dry mouth after taking this drug then try to keep yourself hydrated with juices, shakes and ample water.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ativan (lorazepam)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 424,466

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 791-792

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