Lorazepam is a drug that is licensed to treat anxiety. This selection from the eMedTV library offers an in-depth look at lorazepam, including information on its uses, possible side effects, dosing guidelines, and more.
Sedation, dizziness, and weakness are a few common lorazepam side effects. This page on the eMedTV Web site offers an in-depth look at the common and uncommon side effects of lorazepam, including side effects that require immediate medical attention.
As this eMedTV article explains, lorazepam is used for treating anxiety. This article offers a discussion on lorazepam uses, including "off-label" uses (such as the treatment of agitation, insomnia, or restless legs syndrome).
As this eMedTV Web page explains, the recommended starting lorazepam dose for anxiety is lorazepam 1 mg two to three times daily. This article lists factors that can affect lorazepam dosing, as well as tips on how to take the drug.
As this part of the eMedTV site explains, drug interactions with lorazepam can potentially occur when the drug is taken with medications like alcohol, antidepressants, and barbiturates. This article provides a list of several lorazepam interactions.
Lorazepam can cause psychological and physical dependence in some people. This eMedTV segment discusses several precautions and warnings with lorazepam, including information on who should avoid the drug and whether it's safe to take it while pregnant.
