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Lorawel, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Injection. Anxiety are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Lorawel have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lorawel. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Lorawel have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Lorawel normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Lorawel's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Lorawel related warnings talks about Lorawel's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Lorawel is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Respiratory Depression as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Lorawel have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Lorawel with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Lorawel is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Lorawel 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 Lorawel safe for pregnant women?
Lorawel can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Lorawel right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Lorawel safe during breastfeeding?
Lorawel has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Lorawel on the Kidneys?
Lorawel is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Lorawel on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Lorawel. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Lorawel only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Lorawel on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Lorawel on the heart have been reported.
Lorawel 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 Lorawel unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lorawel habit forming or addictive?
Yes, you can get addicted to Lorawel. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Lorawel as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Lorawel only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Lorawel can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lorawel
Lorawel may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lorawel
Taking alcohol with Lorawel can be dangerous.
Yes, Lorawel 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.
Lorawel 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.
No, Lorawel 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.
Yes, Lorawel 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.
Yes, Lorawel can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Take light meals, try to avoid spicy and high-fat content meals when experiencing stomach upset while taking Lorawel. In case of severe stomach upset consult your doctor, take medication and follow his/her instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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