Loranza 2 Tablet

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Loranza Information

Loranza is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Anxiety. Secondary and off-label uses of Loranza have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Loranza. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Loranza have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Loranza are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Loranza's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Loranza's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Loranza 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 contraindications of Loranza have been discussed in the sections ahead.

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

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Loranza is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



Loranza Benefits & Uses

Loranza is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Loranza 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

Loranza Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Loranza safe for pregnant women?


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

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Loranza safe during breastfeeding?


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

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


    Using Loranza does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

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


    Loranza may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

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


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

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Loranza with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Loranza Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Loranza

  • Is this Loranza habit forming or addictive?


    Yes, you can get addicted to Loranza. 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 Loranza you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Loranza 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 Loranza can help with mental disorders.

    Yes

Loranza Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Loranza


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

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Loranza


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

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about Loranza

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Loranza?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Loranza 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

Can Loranza and clonazepam be taken together?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Loranza and clonazepam can be together only on your doctor's advice because both of these drugs belong to the same class (benzodiazepines) and taking them together increases the risk of side effects.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Loranza on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

No, Loranza should not be discontinued without doctors advice because sudden discontinuation of this drug might result in unpleasant withdrawal symptoms such as (anxiousness, sleeplessness, and irritability). You should decrease the dose of medicine gradually as per your doctor's instructions to avoid withdrawal symptoms. Hence, you are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this drug.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Loranza?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Usually, Loranza is given for short-term treatment. Your doctor recommends this drug depending upon your condition and extends the medicine course further if you require it. Do not discontinue the treatment suddenly or take longer than prescribed.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Loranza safe to use?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Loranza 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.



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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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