Lorazépam Viatris 2.5 mg

Indication

- Short-term treatment of anxiety disorders - Insomnia related to anxiety - Premedication before surgery or anesthesia

Ingredients

• Lorazepam 2.5 mg

Direction

Take orally as prescribed by a physician; typically 1-2.5 mg daily in divided doses, for the shortest duration possible.

Side effects

• Drowsiness and sedation
• Dizziness
• Weakness and fatigue
• Unsteadiness/ataxia
• Memory impairment

Precautions

• Risk of dependence and tolerance
• use for short duration only
• Avoid abrupt withdrawal
• Avoid alcohol and other CNS depressants
• May impair driving and operating machinery