Loren 1 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Loren 1 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Loren 1 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)

Other Benefits

Insomnia

Loren 1 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult	Disease: Anxiety Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: The usual dosage is 2 to 6 mg/day
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Anxiety Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: The usual dosage is 2 to 6 mg/day
Geriatric	Disease: Anxiety Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: The usual dosage is 2 to 6 mg/day

Loren 1 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Loren 1 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Loren can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Loren, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Loren 1 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Loren as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Loren 1 Tablet on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Loren on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Loren 1 Tablet on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Loren. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Loren 1 Tablet on the Heart?

Loren may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Loren 1 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Loren 1 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Parkinson's Disease
Depression
Suicidal Tendency
Allergy
Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Respiratory Depression

Frequently asked Questions about Loren 1 Tablet

Is this Loren 1 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

You may get addicted to Loren 1 Tablet. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Loren 1 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Loren 1 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Loren 1 Tablet has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.

Yes

Loren 1 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Loren 1 Tablet

Taking Loren 1 Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Loren 1 Tablet

Consumption of alcohol and Loren 1 Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Loren 1 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

What is Loren?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Loren 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Loren cure anxiety?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, use of Loren 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.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Loren work?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Loren works by relaxing the muscles of the body and suppressing abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain through an increase in the activity of a chemical messenger known as GABA. Thus, providing relief from sleeplessness and anxiety to the patient.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Loren safe to use?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Loren 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Loren on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

No, Loren should not be discontinued without doctors advice because sudden discontinuation of this drug might result in unpleasant withdrawal symptoms such as (anxiousness, sleeplessness, and irritability). You should decrease the dose of medicine gradually as per your doctor's instructions to avoid withdrawal symptoms. Hence, you are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this drug.