LORIM 1MG TABLET 10S: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lorim Benefits & Uses

Lorim is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)

Other Benefits

Insomnia

Lorim 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

Lorim Related Warnings

Is the use of Lorim safe for pregnant women?

Lorim may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Lorim again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Lorim safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Lorim for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Lorim on the Kidneys?

Lorim does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Lorim on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Lorim. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Lorim on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Lorim with Other Drugs

Lorim should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Paracetamol,Codeine

Alfentanil

Flumazenil

Methadone

Methadone Tablet

Morphine

Olanzapine

Moderate

Clozapine

Phenylephrine

Mild

Caffeine

Lorim Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lorim 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 Lorim

Is this Lorim habit forming or addictive?

You may get addicted to Lorim. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Lorim only on doctor's advice.

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

Yes, in many cases, taking Lorim can help with mental disorders.

Yes

Lorim Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lorim

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Lorim to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Lorim

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Lorim as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Lorim

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Lorim cure anxiety?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, use of Lorim 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 about 5 years ago

Does Lorim cause hair loss?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lorim might cause hair loss (alopecia). It is a rare side effect of this drug which is unharmful and reversible in nature. This problem goes away after discontinuation of the drug. However, if you notice excessive hair loss then consult it with your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Lorim?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Lorim 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 about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Lorim on my own without doctors advice?

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

No, Lorim 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Lorim without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Lorim is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to the people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.