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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 is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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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.
Is the use of Loranza safe during breastfeeding?
Loranza has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Loranza on the Kidneys?
Using Loranza does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
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.
What is the effect of Loranza on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Loranza on the heart have been reported.
Loranza should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Loranza unless your doctor advises you to do so -
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.
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.
Is it safe?
Yes, Loranza is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Loranza can help with mental disorders.
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.
Interaction between Alcohol and Loranza
Consuming Loranza with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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