Lorawel 1 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lorawel 1 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Lorawel 1 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)

Other Benefits

Insomnia

Lorawel 1 Mg Tablet 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

Lorawel 1 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Lorawel 1 Mg Tablet 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.

Moderate
Is the use of Lorawel 1 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Lorawel 1 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Lorawel is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Lorawel 1 Mg Tablet 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Lorawel 1 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Lorawel 1 Mg Tablet with Other Drugs

Lorawel 1 Mg Tablet 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

Lorawel 1 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lorawel 1 Mg Tablet 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 Lorawel 1 Mg Tablet

Is this Lorawel 1 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Yes, you can get addicted to Lorawel 1 Mg Tablet. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Lorawel 1 Mg Tablet as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Lorawel 1 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, in many cases, taking Lorawel 1 Mg Tablet can help with mental disorders.

Yes

Lorawel 1 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lorawel 1 Mg Tablet

Lorawel 1 Mg Tablet may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Lorawel 1 Mg Tablet

Taking alcohol with Lorawel 1 Mg Tablet can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Lorawel 1 Mg Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Can Lorawel cause suicidal and self-inflicting thoughts?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

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.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Lorawel?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

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.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Lorawel treat bipolar disorder?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Lorawel cause respiratory depression?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Lorawel cause stomach upset?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

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.