L. Pam: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

L. Pam Information

L. Pam is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Anxiety are some of its major therapeutic uses. L. Pam also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of L. Pam is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of L. Pam as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of L. Pam normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, L. Pam's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if L. Pam has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the L. Pam related warnings section.

L. Pam can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid L. Pam in conditions like Liver Disease, Respiratory Depression. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the L. Pam contraindications section.

Drug interactions for L. Pam have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that L. Pam is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

L. Pam Benefits & Uses
L. Pam Dosage & How to Take
L. Pam Side Effects
L. Pam Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of L. Pam with Other Drugs
L. Pam Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about L. Pam
L. Pam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

L. Pam Benefits & Uses

L. Pam is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)

Other Benefits

Insomnia

L. Pam 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

L. Pam Related Warnings

Is the use of L. Pam safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from L Pam. It is best to stop taking L Pam immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of L. Pam safe during breastfeeding?

L Pam has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of L. Pam on the Kidneys?

Using L Pam does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of L. Pam on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking L Pam. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of L. Pam on the Heart?

L Pam is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of L. Pam with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Paracetamol,Codeine

Alfentanil

Flumazenil

Methadone

Methadone Tablet

Morphine

Olanzapine

Moderate

Clozapine

Phenylephrine

Mild

Caffeine

L. Pam Contraindications

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

Parkinson's Disease
Depression
Suicidal Tendency
Allergy
Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Respiratory Depression

Frequently asked Questions about L. Pam

Is this L. Pam habit forming or addictive?

Yes, you can get addicted to L. Pam. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.

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

After taking L. Pam you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, L. Pam 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, in many cases, taking L. Pam can help with mental disorders.

Yes

L. Pam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and L. Pam

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes L. Pam to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and L. Pam

Consuming L. Pam with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about L. Pam

Question over 5 years ago

Is L Pam safe to use?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, L Pam 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

Can L Pam cause suicidal and self-inflicting thoughts?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, L Pam has been reported to cause suicidal, self-inflicting and distorted thoughts. If you are experiencing disorientation and life-threatening thoughts after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.

Question over 5 years ago

Does L Pam cause hair loss?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, L Pam might cause hair loss (alopecia). It is a rare side effect of this drug which is unharmful and reversible in nature. This problem goes away after discontinuation of the drug. However, if you notice excessive hair loss then consult it with your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Does L Pam treat bipolar disorder?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, L Pam does not treat bipolar disorder. However, sometimes it is used to control an acute episode of agitation in bipolar disorder. You are advised to consult with your doctor for better treatment options for bipolar disorder.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does L Pam work?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

L Pam 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.