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Lozipam is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Anxiety. The alternative uses of Lozipam have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Lozipam is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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 Lozipam as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Lozipam go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lozipam is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Lozipam's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Lozipam related warnings section.
Lozipam is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Respiratory Depression are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Lozipam have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Lozipam have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Lozipam, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Lozipam is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Lozipam safe for pregnant women?
Lozipam can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Lozipam right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Lozipam safe during breastfeeding?
Lozipam may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Lozipam on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Lozipam on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lozipam on the Liver?
Lozipam 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.
What is the effect of Lozipam on the Heart?
Lozipam is rarely harmful for the heart.
Lozipam should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lozipam unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lozipam habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Lozipam. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Lozipam can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Lozipam should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Lozipam works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lozipam
Taking Lozipam with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lozipam
Taking Lozipam with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, use of Lozipam 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.
Yes, Lozipam and clonazepam can be together only on your doctor's advice because both of these drugs belong to the same class (benzodiazepines) and taking them together increases the risk of side effects.
Yes, Lozipam 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.
No, Lozipam 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.
Lozipam 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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