Loranza: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Loranza Benefits & Uses

Loranza is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)

Other Benefits

Insomnia

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

Paracetamol,Codeine

Alfentanil

Flumazenil

Methadone

Methadone Tablet

Morphine

Olanzapine

Moderate

Clozapine

Phenylephrine

Mild

Caffeine

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 -

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

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 almost 6 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.