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LORAZEPAM (UNII: O26FZP769L) (LORAZEPAM - UNII:O26FZP769L)
Leading Pharma, LLC
LORAZEPAM
LORAZEPAM 0.5 mg
ORAL
PRESCRIPTION DRUG
Lorazepam is indicated for the management of anxiety disorders or for the short-term relief of the symptoms of anxiety or anxiety associated with depressive symptoms. Anxiety or tension associated with the stress of everyday life usually does not require treatment with an anxiolytic. The effectiveness of lorazepam in long-term use, that is, more than 4 months, has not been assessed by systematic clinical studies. The physician should periodically reassess the usefulness of the drug for the individual patient. Lorazepam is contraindicated in patients with: - hypersensitivity to benzodiazepines or to any components of the formulation - acute narrow-angle glaucoma. Lorazepam contains lorazepam, a Schedule IV controlled substance. Lorazepam is a benzodiazepine and a CNS depressant with a potential for abuse and addiction. Abuse is the intentional, non-therapeutic use of a drug, even once, for its desirable psychological or physiological effects. Misuse is the intentional use, for therapeutic purposes, of a drug by an individual in a way other than prescribed by a health care provider or for whom it was not prescribed. Drug addiction is a cluster of behavioral, cognitive, and physiological phenomena that may include a strong desire to take the drug, difficulties in controlling drug use (e.g., continuing drug use despite harmful consequences, giving a higher priority to drug use than other activities and obligations), and possible tolerance or physical dependence. Even taking benzodiazepines as prescribed may put patients at risk for abuse and misuse of their medication. Abuse and misuse of benzodiazepines may lead to addiction. Abuse and misuse of benzodiazepines often (but not always) involve the use of doses greater than the maximum recommended dosage and commonly involve concomitant use of other medications, alcohol, and/or illicit substances, which is associated with an increased frequency of serious adverse outcomes, including respiratory depression, overdose, or death. Benzodiazepines are often sought by individuals who abuse drugs and other substances, and by individuals with addictive disorders (seeWARNINGS: Abuse, Misuse, and Addiction ) The following adverse reactions have occurred with benzodiazepine abuse and/or misuse: abdominal pain, amnesia, anorexia, anxiety, aggression, ataxia, blurred vision, confusion, depression, disinhibition, disorientation, dizziness, euphoria, impaired concentration and memory, indigestion, irritability, muscle pain, slurred speech, tremors, and vertigo. The following severe adverse reactions have occurred with benzodiazepine abuse and/or misuse: delirium, paranoia, suicidal ideation and behavior, seizures, coma, breathing difficulty, and death. Death is more often associated with polysubstance use (especially benzodiazepines with other CNS depressants such as opioids and alcohol). Physical Dependence Lorazepam may produce physical dependence from continued therapy. Physical dependence is a state that develops as a result of physiological adaptation in response to repeated drug use, manifested by withdrawal signs and symptoms after abrupt discontinuation or a significant dose reduction of a drug. Abrupt discontinuation or rapid dosage reduction of benzodiazepines or administration of flumazenil, a benzodiazepine antagonist, may precipitate acute withdrawal reactions, including seizures, which can be life-threatening. Patients at an increased risk of withdrawal adverse reactions after benzodiazepine discontinuation or rapid dosage reduction include those who take higher dosages (i.e., higher and/or more frequent doses) and those who have had longer durations of use (see WARNINGS: Dependence and Withdrawal Reactions ). To reduce the risk of withdrawal reactions, use a gradual taper to discontinue lorazepam or reduce the dosage (see DOSAGE and ADMINISTRATION: Discontinuation or Dosage Reduction of Lorazepam and WARNINGS ). Acute Withdrawal Signs and Symptom Acute withdrawal signs and symptoms associated with benzodiazepines have included abnormal involuntary movements, anxiety, blurred vision, depersonalization, depression, derealization, dizziness, fatigue, gastrointestinal adverse reactions (e.g., nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, weight loss, decreased appetite), headache, hyperacusis, hypertension, irritability, insomnia, memory impairment, muscle pain and stiffness, panic attacks, photophobia, restlessness, tachycardia, and tremor. More severe acute withdrawal signs and symptoms, including life-threatening reactions, have included catatonia, convulsions, delirium tremens, depression, hallucinations, mania, psychosis, seizures and suicidality. Protracted Withdrawal Syndrome Protracted withdrawal syndrome associated with benzodiazepines is characterized by anxiety, cognitive impairment, depression, insomnia, formication, motor symptoms (e.g., weakness, tremor, muscle twitches), paresthesia, and tinnitus that persists beyond 4 to 6 weeks after initial benzodiazepine withdrawal. Protracted withdrawal symptoms may last weeks to more than 12 months. As a result, there may be difficulty in differentiating withdrawal symptoms from potential reemergence or continuation of symptoms for which the benzodiazepine was being used. Tolerance Tolerance to lorazepam may develop from continued therapy. Tolerance is a physiological state characterized by a reduced response to a drug after repeated administration (i.e., a higher dose of a drug is required to produce the same effect that was once obtained at a lower dose). Tolerance to the therapeutic effect of lorazepam may develop; however, little tolerance develops to the amnestic reactions and other cognitive impairments caused by benzodiazepines.
Lorazepam® (lorazepam) Tablets are available in the following dosage strengths: 0.5 mg White color, round, flat face beveled edge compressed tablets, debossed "EP" and "904" on one side, and plain on the other side. NDC# 69315-904-01 Bottles of 100 Tablets. NDC# 69315-904-05 Bottles of 500 Tablets. NDC# 69315-904-10 Bottles of 1000 Tablets. 1 mg White color, round, bisected flat face beveled edge compressed tablets, debossed "EP" above bisect and "905" below bisect on one side, and "1" on the other side. NDC# 69315-905-01 Bottles of 100 Tablets. NDC# 69315-905-05 Bottles of 500 Tablets. NDC# 69315-905-10 Bottles of 1000 Tablets. 2 mg White color, round, bisected flat face beveled edge compressed tablets, debossed "EP" above bisect and "906" below bisect on one side, and "2" on the other side. NDC# 69315-906-01 Bottles of 100 Tablets. NDC# 69315-906-05 Bottles of 500 Tablets. NDC# 69315-906-10 Bottles of 1000 Tablets. Dispense in a tight container. light-resistant container as defined in the USP, using a child-resistant closure. Keep this and all Medications out of the reach of children. Store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Excursions permitted to 59° to 86°F (15° to 30°C).
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LORAZEPAM- LORAZEPAM TABLET Leading Pharma, LLC ---------- MEDICATION GUIDE LORAZEPAM TABLETS, CIV (LOR AZ' E PAM) What is the most important information I should know about lorazepam tablets? • Lorazepam tablets are a benzodiazepine medicine. Taking benzodiazepines with opioid medicines, alcohol, or other central nervous system depressants (including street drugs) can cause severe drowsiness, breathing problems (respiratory depression), coma and death. Get emergency help right away if any of the following happens: • shallow or slowed breathing • breathing stops (which may lead to the heart stopping) • excessive sleepiness (sedation) Do not drive or operate heavy machinery until you know how taking lorazepam tablets with opioids affects you. • Risk of abuse, misuse, and addiction. There is a risk of abuse, misuse, and addiction with benzodiazepines including lorazepam tablets which can lead to overdose and serious side effects including coma and death. • Serious side effects including coma and death have happened in people who have abused or misused benzodiazepines, including lorazepam tablets. These serious side effects may also include delirium, paranoia, suicidal thoughts or actions, seizures, and difficulty breathing. Call your healthcare provider or go to the nearest hospital emergency room right away if you get any of these serious side effects. • You can develop an addiction even if you take lorazepam tablets exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider. • Take lorazepam tablets exactly as your healthcare provider prescribed. • Do not share your lorazepam tablets with other people. • Keep lorazepam tabletsin a safe place and away from children. • Physical dependence and withdrawal reactions. Lorazepam tablets can cause physical dependence and withdrawal reactions. • Do not suddenly stop taking lorazepam tablets. Stopping Lorazepam suddenly can cause serious and life-threatening side effects, including, unusual movements, responses or expressions, seizures, sudden and severe men Διαβάστε το πλήρες έγγραφο
LORAZEPAM- LORAZEPAM TABLET LEADING PHARMA, LLC ---------- LORAZEPAM TABLETS, USP CIV RX ONLY WARNING: RISKS FROM CONCOMITANT USE WITH OPIOIDS; ABUSE, MISUSE, AND ADDICTION; AND DEPENDENCE AND WITHDRAWAL REACTIONS CONCOMITANT USE OF BENZODIAZEPINES AND OPIOIDS MAY RESULT IN PROFOUND SEDATION, RESPIRATORY DEPRESSION, COMA, AND DEATH. RESERVE CONCOMITANT PRESCRIBING OF THESE DRUGS FOR PATIENTS FOR WHOM ALTERNATIVE TREATMENT OPTIONS ARE INADEQUATE. LIMIT DOSAGES AND DURATIONS TO THE MINIMUM REQUIRED. FOLLOW PATIENTS FOR SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF RESPIRATORY DEPRESSION AND SEDATION (SEE WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS). THE USE OF BENZODIAZEPINES, INCLUDING LORAZEPAM, EXPOSES USERS TO RISKS OF ABUSE, MISUSE, AND ADDICTION, WHICH CAN LEAD TO OVERDOSE OR DEATH. ABUSE AND MISUSE OF BENZODIAZEPINES COMMONLY INVOLVE CONCOMITANT USE OF OTHER MEDICATIONS, ALCOHOL, AND/OR ILLICIT SUBSTANCES, WHICH IS ASSOCIATED WITH AN INCREASED FREQUENCY OF SERIOUS ADVERSE OUTCOMES. BEFORE PRESCRIBING LORAZEPAM AND THROUGHOUT TREATMENT, ASSESS EACH PATIENT’S RISK FOR ABUSE, MISUSE, AND ADDICTION (SEE WARNINGS). THE CONTINUED USE OF BENZODIAZEPINES, INCLUDING LORAZEPAM MAY LEAD TO CLINICALLY SIGNIFICANT PHYSICAL DEPENDENCE. THE RISKS OF DEPENDENCE AND WITHDRAWAL INCREASE WITH LONGER TREATMENT DURATION AND HIGHER DAILY DOSE. ABRUPT DISCONTINUATION OR RAPID DOSAGE REDUCTION OF LORAZEPAM AFTER CONTINUED USE MAY PRECIPITATE ACUTE WITHDRAWAL REACTIONS, WHICH CAN BE LIFE-THREATENING. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF WITHDRAWAL REACTIONS, USE A GRADUAL TAPER TO DISCONTINUE LORAZEPAM OR REDUCE THE DOSAGE (DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION AND WARNINGS). DESCRIPTION Lorazepam, an antianxiety agent, has the chemical formula, 7-chloro-5-(_o_-chlorophenyl)- 1,3-dihydro-3-hydroxy-2_H_-1,4-benzodiazepin-2-one: It is a nearly white powder almost insoluble in water. Each Lorazepam tablet, to be taken orally, contains 0.5 mg, 1 mg, or 2 mg of lorazepam. The inactive ingredients present are lactose anhydrous, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, and polacrilin potassium. CLIN Διαβάστε το πλήρες έγγραφο