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

Loren Information

Loren, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Anxiety. Loren also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Loren depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Loren as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Loren are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Loren's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Loren's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Respiratory Depression must refrain from the use of Loren since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Loren are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Loren with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Loren is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Loren Benefits & Uses
Loren Dosage & How to Take
Loren Side Effects
Loren Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Loren with Other Drugs
Loren Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Loren
Loren Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Loren Benefits & Uses

Loren is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)

Other Benefits

Insomnia

Loren 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

Loren Related Warnings

Is the use of Loren safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Loren. It is best to stop taking Loren immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Loren safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Loren as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Loren on the Kidneys?

Using Loren does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Loren on the Liver?

Loren can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Loren on the Heart?

Loren is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Loren with Other Drugs

Loren 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

Loren Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Loren 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 Loren

Is this Loren habit forming or addictive?

Yes, Loren can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.

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

After taking Loren, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Loren can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Loren 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 Loren can help with mental disorders.

Yes

Loren Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Loren

Taking Loren with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Loren

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Loren as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Loren

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Loren?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Loren 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 Loren cure anxiety?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, use of Loren for short-term can help in providing relief from anxiety through relaxing the muscles of the body and suppressing abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Loren work?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Loren works by relaxing the muscles of the body and suppressing abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain through an increase in the activity of a chemical messenger known as GABA. Thus, providing relief from sleeplessness and anxiety to the patient.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Loren safe to use?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Loren 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Loren on my own without doctors advice?

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

No, Loren 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.