In healthy adults, reported mean volume of distributions (Vd) are 1.3 L/kg following parenteral administration and 117 L following a single 3 mg dose of the extended-release capsules under fasting conditions. H\TKoAqs;O Acetaminophen; Dextromethorphan; Doxylamine: (Moderate) Coadministration can potentiate the CNS effects (e.g., increased sedation or respiratory depression) of either agent. Enter your username below and we'll send you an email explaining how to change your password. Patients should be monitored more closely for hypotension if nitroglycerin is used concurrently with benzodiazepines. Avoid lorazepam extended-release capsules and utilize lorazepam immediate-release dosage forms that can be easily titrated. Sedating H1-blockers: (Moderate) Coadministration can potentiate the CNS effects (e.g., increased sedation or respiratory depression) of either agent. Lorazepam is conjugated by the liver via UDP-glucuronosyltransferase (UGT) to lorazepam glucuronide, an inactive metabolite. To hear audio pronunciation of this topic, purchase a subscription or log in. Use caution with this combination. Etonogestrel; Ethinyl Estradiol: (Minor) Ethinyl estradiol may enhance the metabolism of lorazepam. AU - Quiring,Courtney, If a benzodiazepine is prescribed for an indication other than epilepsy in a patient taking an opiate agonist, use a lower initial dose of the benzodiazepine and titrate to clinical response. Max: 4 mg/dose. If concurrent use is necessary, use the lowest effective doses and minimum treatment durations needed to achieve the desired clinical effect. Pentazocine: (Major) Concomitant use of mixed opiate agonists/antagonists with benzodiazepines may cause respiratory depression, hypotension, profound sedation, and death. AU - Quiring,Courtney, Risk factors for the development of prolonged QT syndrome may include the use of benzodiazepines. If oxycodone is initiated in a patient taking a benzodiazepine, reduce dosages and titrate to clinical response. Concurrent use of zolpidem with other sedative-hypnotics, including other zolpidem products, at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. Carbinoxamine: (Moderate) Coadministration can potentiate the CNS effects (e.g., increased sedation or respiratory depression) of either agent. For acetaminophen; oxycodone extended-release tablets, start with 1 tablet PO every 12 hours, and for other oxycodone products, use an initial dose of oxycodone at 1/3 to 1/2 the usual dosage. Limit the use of opiate pain medications with benzodiazepines to only patients for whom alternative treatment options are inadequate. A loading dose (i.e., 2 to 4 mg IV) is generally required. 0000007240 00000 n
[63534], Oral and parenteral intermediate-acting benzodiazepine with no active metabolitesApproved for anxiety, status epilepticus, perioperative sedation or amnesia induction, and the short-term treatment of insomnia in adults; several off-label usesAvoid coadministration with opioids if possible due to potential for profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death, Ativan/Lorazepam Intramuscular Inj Sol: 1mL, 2mg, 4mgAtivan/Lorazepam Intravenous Inj Sol: 1mL, 2mg, 4mgAtivan/Lorazepam Oral Tab: 0.5mg, 1mg, 2mgLorazepam Oral Sol: 1mL, 2mgLoreev XR Oral Cap ER: 1mg, 1.5mg, 2mg, 3mg. Diphenhydramine; Naproxen: (Moderate) Coadministration can potentiate the CNS effects (e.g., increased sedation or respiratory depression) of either agent. Select Try/Buy and follow instructions to begin your free 30-day trial. Avoid lorazepam extended-release capsules and utilize lorazepam immediate-release dosage forms that can be easily titrated. No quantitative recommendations are available. 0000004769 00000 n
Due to a prolonged half-life, infants may require doses at less frequent intervals (e.g., every 6 to 8 hours) compared to children and adolescents. Use caution with this combination. Guanabenz: (Moderate) Guanabenz is associated with sedative effects. Cetirizine: (Moderate) Concurrent use of cetirizine/levocetirizine with benzodiazepines should generally be avoided. 0000062954 00000 n
Lorazepam is an UGT substrate and dasabuvir is an UGT inhibitor. Stiripentol: (Moderate) Monitor for excessive sedation and somnolence during coadministration of stiripentol and lorazepam. Although oral formulations of olanzapine and benzodiazepines may be used together, additive effects on respiratory depression and/or CNS depression are possible. Prescribers should re-assess patients for drowsiness or sleepiness regularly throughout treatment, especially since events may occur well after the start of treatment. WebRead this chapter of Davis's Drug Guide for Rehabilitation Professionals online now, exclusively on F.A. 20002023 Unbound Medicine, Inc. All rights reserved, Take your students on a guided journey to develop clinical judgment, TY - ELEC Enter your username below and we'll send you an email explaining how to change your password. If an opiate agonist is initiated in a patient taking a benzodiazepine, use a lower initial dose of the opiate and titrate to clinical response. Educate patients about the risks and symptoms of respiratory depression and sedation. Other drugs that may also cause drowsiness, such as benzodiazepines, should be used with caution. If a benzodiazepine is prescribed for an indication other than epilepsy in a patient taking an opiate agonist, use a lower initial dose of the benzodiazepine and titrate to clinical response. (Minor) Patients taking benzodiazepines for insomnia should not use caffeine-containing products prior to going to bed as these products may antagonize the sedative effects of the benzodiazepine. The clinical significance of this interaction is not certain. Note: Your username may be different from the email address used to register your account. Use caution with this combination. Acetaminophen; Caffeine; Dihydrocodeine: (Major) Concomitant use of opiate agonists with benzodiazepines may cause respiratory depression, hypotension, profound sedation, and death. If benzhydrocodone is initiated in a patient taking a benzodiazepine, reduce initial dosage and titrate to clinical response. If lorazepam is used in patients with depression, ensure adequate antidepressant therapy and monitor closely for worsening symptoms. Monitor patients for decreased pressor effect if these agents are administered concomitantly. Educate patients about the risks and symptoms of respiratory depression and sedation. Azelastine; Fluticasone: (Moderate) Monitor for excessive sedation and somnolence during coadministration of azelastine and benzodiazepines. Although oral formulations of olanzapine and benzodiazepines may be used together, additive effects on respiratory depression and/or CNS depression are possible. Acetaminophen; Caffeine: (Minor) Patients taking benzodiazepines for insomnia should not use caffeine-containing products prior to going to bed as these products may antagonize the sedative effects of the benzodiazepine. Initiate extended-release (ER) dosing with the total daily dose of lorazepam PO once daily in the morning. These agents include the benzodiazepines. Once adequate response is achieved, resume treatment with the ER capsules. Limit the use of opioid pain medication with lorazepam to only patients for whom alternative treatment options are inadequate. Benztropine: (Moderate) CNS depressants, such as anxiolytics, sedatives, and hypnotics, can increase the sedative effects of benztropine. Educate patients about the risks and symptoms of respiratory depression and sedation. Coadminstration of lorazepam with valproic acid causes increased plasma concentrations and reduced clearance of lorazepam. Educate patients about the risks and symptoms of respiratory depression and sedation. Dextromethorphan; Diphenhydramine; Phenylephrine: (Moderate) Coadministration can potentiate the CNS effects (e.g., increased sedation or respiratory depression) of either agent. DB - Davis's Drug Guide False study results are possible in patients with drug-induced hyper- or hypo-responsiveness; thorough patient history is important in the interpretation of procedure results. Weblorazepam davis pDF Lorazepam is used for the short-term relief of symptoms of anxiety, such as anxiety attacks. Educate patients about the risks and symptoms of respiratory depression and sedation. If the patient is hyperdynamic and agitated after lorazepam 40 mg within 3 hours, consider phenobarbital or propofol. Median Tmax was 14 hours (range 7 to 24 hours) following a single 3 mg dose of the extended-release capsules. If used with a benzodiazepine, droperidol should be initiated at a low dose and adjusted upward, with caution, as needed to achieve the desired effect. If concurrent use is necessary, use the lowest effective doses and minimum treatment durations needed to achieve the desired clinical effect. Rotigotine: (Major) Concomitant use of rotigotine with other CNS depressants, such as benzodiazepines, can potentiate the sedative effects of rotigotine. Extended-release Oral Capsules (e.g., Loreev XR)Administer in the morning with or without food.Do not crush or chew. Use caution with this combination. Limit the use of opiate pain medications with benzodiazepines to only patients for whom alternative treatment options are inadequate. Iopamidol: (Moderate) The use of intrathecal radiopaque contrast agents is associated with a risk of seizures. Educate patients about the risks and symptoms of respiratory depression and sedation. In addition, sleep-related behaviors, such as sleep-driving, are more likely to occur during concurrent use of zolpidem and other CNS depressants than with zolpidem alone. In animal studies, melatonin has been shown to increase benzodiazepine binding to receptor sites. Scopolamine: (Moderate) Scopolamine may cause dizziness and drowsiness. %PDF-1.6
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Alternatively, 1.5 mg/m2 (Usual Max: 3 mg) IV can be given 45 minutes prior to initiation of chemotherapy. If a benzodiazepine is prescribed for an indication other than epilepsy in a patient taking a mixed opiate agonist/antagonist, use a lower initial dose of the benzodiazepine and titrate to clinical response. It appears glucuronide conjugation of lorazepam is increased in the presence of combined hormonal oral contraceptives; the clinical significance of this interaction is not determined. Use of more than 1 agent for hypnotic purposes may increase the risk for over-sedation, CNS effects, or sleep-related behaviors. ET - 18 If concurrent use is necessary, use the lowest effective doses and minimum treatment durations needed to achieve the desired clinical effect. Avoid opiate cough medications in patients taking benzodiazepines. Ibuprofen; Oxycodone: (Major) Concomitant use of opiate agonists with benzodiazepines may cause respiratory depression, hypotension, profound sedation, and death. Use caution with this combination. Lorazepam is an UGT substrate and probenecid is an UGT inhibitor. Phentermine; Topiramate: (Moderate) Topiramate has the potential to cause CNS depression as well as other cognitive and/or neuropsychiatric adverse reactions. Avoid lorazepam extended-release capsules and utilize lorazepam immediate-release dosage forms that can be easily titrated. Use caution with this combination. Educate patients about the risks and symptoms of respiratory depression and sedation. Educate patients about the risks and symptoms of respiratory depression and sedation. 2 to 4 mg PO at bedtime as needed. Lorazepam is an UGT substrate and ombitasvir is an UGT inhibitor. Dichlorphenamide: (Moderate) Use dichlorphenamide and lorazepam together with caution. I have trouble sleeping every time I lower the dose. Tizanidine: (Moderate) Concurrent use of tizanidine and CNS depressants like the benzodiazepines can cause additive CNS depression. Segesterone Acetate; Ethinyl Estradiol: (Minor) Ethinyl estradiol may enhance the metabolism of lorazepam. Morphine: (Major) Concomitant use of opiate agonists with benzodiazepines may cause respiratory depression, hypotension, profound sedation, and death. [41537], Generic:- Discard opened bottle after 90 days- Protect from light- Store between 36 to 46 degrees FAtivan:- Store at controlled room temperature (between 68 and 77 degrees F)Loreev XR:- Store between 68 to 77 degrees F, excursions permitted 59 to 86 degrees F. Lorazepam is contraindicated in any patient with a known lorazepam or benzodiazepine hypersensitivity. Lemborexant: (Moderate) Monitor for excessive sedation and somnolence during use of lemborexant with benzodiazepines. Use caution with this combination. Lorazepam is an UGT substrate and glecaprevir is an UGT inhibitor. Caution should be exercised during simultaneous use of these agents due to potential excessive CNS effects or additive hypotension. If a mixed opiate agonist/antagonist is initiated in a patient taking a benzodiazepine, use a lower initial dose of the mixed opiate agonist/antagonist and titrate to clinical response. 0
Lorazepam is an UGT substrate and indinavir is an UGT inhibitor. Thiothixene: (Moderate) Thiothixene can potentiate the CNS-depressant action of other drugs such as benzodiazepines. Gemfibrozil: (Moderate) Monitor for an increase in lorazepam-related adverse reactions and consider reducing the dose of lorazepam if concomitant use of lorazepam and gemfibrozil is necessary. Educate patients about the risks and symptoms of respiratory depression and sedation. If concurrent use is necessary, use the lowest effective doses and minimum treatment durations needed to achieve the desired clinical effect. If a benzodiazepine is prescribed for an indication other than epilepsy in a patient taking an opiate agonist, use a lower initial dose of the benzodiazepine and titrate to clinical response. 0000001049 00000 n
Dosage for patients with severe hepatic disease should be adjusted carefully according to patient response; lower doses may be sufficient in such patients. Shake the bottle until a slurry is formed. Repeated or lengthy use of general anesthetic and sedation drugs during surgeries or procedures during the third trimester of pregnancy may have negative effects on fetal brain development. Guanfacine: (Moderate) Guanfacine has been associated with sedative effects and can potentiate the actions of other CNS depressants including benzodiazepines. Cannabidiol: (Moderate) Monitor for an increase in lorazepam-related adverse reactions and consider reducing the dose of lorazepam if concomitant use of lorazepam and cannabidiol is necessary. Concurrent use may result in additive CNS depression. Optimum anxiolytic and sedative effects occur approximately 1 to 2 hours after administration, with the degree of sedation dependent on the dose administered and the presence or absence of other medications. UR - https://www.drugguide.com/ddo/view/Davis-Drug-Guide/51455/all/LORazepam Concurrent use may increase the severity of metabolic acidosis. Azelastine: (Moderate) Monitor for excessive sedation and somnolence during coadministration of azelastine and benzodiazepines. Educate patients about the risks and symptoms of respiratory depression and sedation. Use caution with this combination. ASHP Recommended Standard Concentrations for Adult Continuous Infusions: 1 mg/mL. Phenobarbital: (Moderate) Additive CNS and/or respiratory depression may occur with concurrent use. Use caution with this combination. Avoid prescribing opiate cough medications in patients taking benzodiazepines. ER -, Your free 1 year of online access expired. 81 28
Avoid lorazepam extended-release capsules and utilize lorazepam immediate-release dosage forms that can be easily titrated. If a benzodiazepine is prescribed for an indication other than epilepsy in a patient taking an opiate agonist, use a lower initial dose of the benzodiazepine and titrate to clinical response. Concentrated Oral Solution (2 mg/mL)Measure dosage using a calibrated oral syringe/dropper.Dilute the oral concentrate in water, juice, soda, or semi-solid food (e.g., applesauce, pudding) prior to administration. Limit the use of opiate pain medications with benzodiazepines to only patients for whom alternative treatment options are inadequate. Caffeine: (Minor) Patients taking benzodiazepines for insomnia should not use caffeine-containing products prior to going to bed as these products may antagonize the sedative effects of the benzodiazepine. The combination of benzodiazepines and maprotiline is commonly used clinically and is considered to be safe as long as patients are monitored for excessive adverse effects from either agent. (Moderate) Monitor for an increase in lorazepam-related adverse reactions and consider reducing the dose of lorazepam if concomitant use of lorazepam and paritaprevir is necessary. Atazanavir; Cobicistat: (Moderate) Monitor for an increase in lorazepam-related adverse reactions and consider reducing the dose of lorazepam if concomitant use of lorazepam and atazanavir is necessary. Use of midazolam in healthy subjects who received perampanel 6 mg once daily for 20 days decreased the AUC and Cmax of midazolam by 13% and 15%, respectively, possibly due to weak induction of CYP3A4 by perampanel; the specific clinical significance of this interaction is unknown. Explore these free sample topics: -- The first section of this topic is shown below --, -- To view the remaining sections of this topic, please log in or purchase a subscription --. If concurrent use is necessary, monitor for excessive sedation and somnolence. 0000008826 00000 n
If concurrent use is necessary, use the lowest effective doses and minimum treatment durations needed to achieve the desired clinical effect. Hydroxyzine: (Moderate) Coadministration can potentiate the CNS effects (e.g., increased sedation or respiratory depression) of either agent. Additionally, avoid coadministration with other CNS depressants, especially opioids, when possible, as this significantly increases the risk for profound sedation, respiratory depression, low blood pressure, and death. Usual adult dose range is 2 to 4 mg PO at bedtime as needed; use for more than 4 months has not been evaluated. T1 - LORazepam Aspirin, ASA; Caffeine; Orphenadrine: (Minor) Patients taking benzodiazepines for insomnia should not use caffeine-containing products prior to going to bed as these products may antagonize the sedative effects of the benzodiazepine. If an increase is needed, discontinue the ER capsules and increase the dosage using lorazepam IR. If a benzodiazepine is prescribed for an indication other than epilepsy in a patient taking an opiate agonist, use a lower initial dose of the benzodiazepine and titrate to clinical response. Avoid opiate cough medications in patients taking benzodiazepines. Topiramate: (Moderate) Topiramate has the potential to cause CNS depression as well as other cognitive and/or neuropsychiatric adverse reactions. Zolpidem: (Major) Concomitant administration of benzodiazepines with zolpidem can potentiate the CNS effects (e.g., increased sedation or respiratory depression) of either agent. Patient counseling is important, as cisapride alone does not cause drowsiness or affect psychomotor function. If metabolic acidosis occurs or persists, consider reducing the dose or discontinuing dichlorphenamide therapy. Codeine; Phenylephrine; Promethazine: (Major) Concomitant use of opiate agonists with benzodiazepines may cause respiratory depression, hypotension, profound sedation, and death. Flumazenil: (Major) Flumazenil competes with benzodiazepines for binding at the GABA/benzodiazepine-receptor complex, the specific binding site of benzodiazepines. It appears glucuronide conjugation of lorazepam is increased in the presence of combined hormonal oral contraceptives; the clinical significance of this interaction is not determined. 10 mg/day PO; maximum IM and IV dose highly variable dependent upon indication. May start 12 to 24 hours prior to chemotherapy. 0000000856 00000 n
Several benzodiazepines, including clonazepam, oxazepam, flurazepam, diazepam, clobazam, flunitrazepam, and lorazepam have been implicated in these reactions. Use caution with this combination. Patients taking medications such as tricyclic antidepressants, lithium, MAOIs, skeletal muscle relaxants, SSRIs and serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (e.g., duloxetine, venlafaxine) should discuss the use of herbal supplements with their health care professional prior to consuming valerian; combinations should be approached with caution in the absence of clinical data. Limit the use of opiate pain medications with benzodiazepines to only patients for whom alternative treatment options are inadequate. If used together, a reduction in the dose of one or both drugs may be needed. 1 to 20 mg/hour continuous IV infusion. Remifentanil: (Major) Concomitant use of opiate agonists with benzodiazepines may cause respiratory depression, hypotension, profound sedation, and death. Guaifenesin; Hydrocodone: (Major) Concomitant use of opiate agonists with benzodiazepines may cause respiratory depression, hypotension, profound sedation, and death. Range: 1 to 10 mg/day PO. If a benzodiazepine is prescribed for an indication other than epilepsy in a patient taking an opiate agonist, use a lower initial dose of the benzodiazepine and titrate to clinical response. Concomitant administration of apomorphine and benzodiazepines could result in additive depressant effects. In. The usual adult range: 2 to 6 mg/day PO. Acetaminophen; Chlorpheniramine; Dextromethorphan; Phenylephrine: (Moderate) Coadministration can potentiate the CNS effects (e.g., increased sedation or respiratory depression) of either agent. For extended-release tablets, start with morphine 15 mg PO every 12 hours, and for extended-release capsules, start with 30 mg PO every 24 hours or less. If concurrent use is necessary, use the lowest effective doses and minimum treatment durations needed to achieve the desired clinical effect. Acetaminophen; Guaifenesin; Phenylephrine: (Moderate) The therapeutic effect of phenylephrine may be decreased in patients receiving benzodiazepines. xref
Vigabatrin: (Moderate) Vigabatrin may cause somnolence and fatigue. General anesthetics: (Moderate) Concomitant administration can potentiate the CNS effects (e.g., increased sedation or respiratory depression) of either agent. Limit the use of opiate pain medications with benzodiazepines to only patients for whom alternative treatment options are inadequate. (Moderate) Monitor for an increase in lorazepam-related adverse reactions and consider reducing the dose of lorazepam if concomitant use of lorazepam and paritaprevir is necessary. Lorazepam injection also contains benzyl alcohol as a preservative. Monitor breastfed infants exposed to benzodiazepines through breast milk for sedation, poor feeding, and poor weight gain. Patients with a history of a seizure disorder should not be withdrawn abruptly from benzodiazepines due to the risk of precipitating seizures; status epilepticus has also been reported. Also, droperidol and benzodiazepines can both cause CNS depression. (Moderate) Coadministration can potentiate the CNS effects (e.g., increased sedation or respiratory depression) of either agent. Storage: Lorazepam diluted with 5% Dextrose Injection or 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection at a concentration of 0.2 mg/mL, 0.5 mg/mL, or 1 mg/mL is stable for 24 hours when stored in polypropylene syringes. (Minor) Patients taking benzodiazepines for insomnia should not use caffeine-containing products prior to going to bed as these products may antagonize the sedative effects of the benzodiazepine. 10 mg/day PO; maximum IM and IV dose highly variable depending upon indication. [41537] [52925] [64934], 0.1 mg/kg/dose (Max: 4 mg/dose) IV or IM as a single dose; may repeat dose once in 5 to 15 minutes.[41537]. Coadministration may increase the risk of CNS depressant-related side effects. In debilitated adults give 1 to 2 mg/day PO in 2 to 3 divided doses initially. Monitor patients for decreased pressor effect if these agents are administered concomitantly. The concurrent use of eszopiclone with other anxiolytics, sedatives, and hypnotics at bedtime or in the middle of the night is not recommended. Specific maximum dosage information not available; the dose required is dependent on route of administration, indication, and clinical response. WebStudy Description: An open-label, multi-center study to evaluate the single dose pharmacokinetics of intravenous lorazepam in pediatric patients aged 3 months to less than 18 years treated for status epilepticus (SE) or with a history of SE. Norgestimate; Ethinyl Estradiol: (Minor) Ethinyl estradiol may enhance the metabolism of lorazepam. If oxycodone is initiated in a patient taking a benzodiazepine, reduce dosages and titrate to clinical response. Access up-to-date medical information for less than. The valerian derivative, dihydrovaltrate, binds at barbiturate binding sites; valerenic acid has been shown to inhibit enzyme-induced breakdown of GABA in the brain; the non-volatile monoterpenes (valepotriates) have sedative activity. Olanzapine: (Major) Concurrent use of intramuscular olanzapine and parenteral benzodiazepines is not recommended due to the potential for adverse effects from the combination including excess sedation and/or cardiorespiratory depression. Log in using your existing username and password to start your free, 30-day trial of the app, 3. F.A. Chlophedianol; Dexchlorpheniramine; Pseudoephedrine: (Moderate) Coadministration can potentiate the CNS effects (e.g., increased sedation or respiratory depression) of either agent. (Moderate) Monitor for an increase in lorazepam-related adverse reactions and consider reducing the dose of lorazepam if concomitant use of lorazepam and pibrentasvir is necessary. In another case report, the ingestion of excessive melatonin along with normal doses of chlordiazepoxide and an antidepressant resulted in lethargy and short-term amnestic responses. These interactions are probably pharmacodynamic in nature. DISCONTINUATION: To discontinue, gradually taper the dose. Monitor patients for decreased pressor effect if these agents are administered concomitantly. Tramadol; Acetaminophen: (Major) Concomitant use of opiate agonists with benzodiazepines may cause respiratory depression, hypotension, profound sedation, and death. Deutetrabenazine: (Moderate) Advise patients that concurrent use of deutetrabenazine and drugs that can cause CNS depression, such as lorazepam, may have additive effects and worsen drowsiness or sedation. Limit the use of mixed opiate agonists/antagonists with benzodiazepines to only patients for whom alternative treatment options are inadequate. Educate patients about the risks and symptoms of respiratory depression and sedation. 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