Lorazepam is also used to treat irritable bowel syndrome, epilepsy, insomnia, and nausea and vomiting from cancer treatment and to control agitation caused by alcohol with drawal.
Special precautions
Lorazepam can be habit-forming. Stopping the drug suddenly can worsen your condition and cause withdrawal symptoms (anxiousness, sleeplessness, and irritability).
Before taking lorazepam , tell your doctor
- If you are allergic to lorazepam, or any other drugs.
- If you are taking medical preparations especially antihistamines.
- If you have or have ever had glaucoma; seizures; or lung, heart, or liver disease.
- If you are pregnant, or plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding.
- You should know that this drug may make you drowsy. Do not drive a car or operate machinery.
- If you use tobacco products.
Side effects
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Tiredness
- Weakness
- Dry mouth
- Diarrhea
- Upset stomach
- Changes in appetite
Keep all appointments with your doctor.
Do not let anyone else take your drugs.
