⚕️ Full Prescribing Information
For complete safety information, warnings, and dosage guidelines:
View FDA Label (PDF) →📋 Overview
Lorazepam is a benzodiazepine used for anxiety, seizures, and alcohol withdrawal. It has high abuse potential and should only be used short-term.
How It Works
Lorazepam enhances GABA neurotransmitter effects in the brain, producing calming, sedative, and anti-anxiety effects. Works quickly (30-60 minutes).
✓ FDA Approved Uses
- Anxiety disorders
- Short-term anxiety relief
- Insomnia from anxiety
- Seizures (status epilepticus)
- Alcohol withdrawal
- Sedation before surgery
⚡ Common Side Effects
Contact your doctor if these persist or worsen:
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Weakness
- Memory problems
- Confusion
- Unsteadiness
🚨 Serious Side Effects
Seek immediate medical attention if you experience:
- Respiratory depression
- Severe allergic reactions
- Paradoxical reactions
- Dependence and withdrawal
- Suicidal thoughts
⚠️ Do Not Use If
- Acute narrow-angle glaucoma
- Allergy to lorazepam
- Sleep apnea
- Severe respiratory insufficiency
📢 Important Warnings
- High addiction potential
- Do not combine with alcohol or opioids
- Respiratory depression
- Withdrawal can be life-threatening
- Drowsiness and impaired driving