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Lorivan is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Anxiety are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Lorivan have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lorivan. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Lorivan side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Lorivan go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lorivan is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Lorivan has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lorivan related warnings section.
Lorivan is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Respiratory Depression as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Lorivan have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Lorivan may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Lorivan is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Lorivan is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lorivan is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Lorivan safe for pregnant women?
Lorivan can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Lorivan right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Lorivan safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Lorivan on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Lorivan on the Kidneys?
Lorivan is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Lorivan on the Liver?
Lorivan can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Lorivan on the Heart?
Lorivan may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Lorivan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lorivan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lorivan habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Lorivan can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Lorivan as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Lorivan only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Lorivan has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lorivan
When consumed with certain foods, Lorivan may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lorivan
Consuming Lorivan with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ativan (lorazepam)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 424,466
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 791-792
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ativan (lorazepam)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 424,466
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 791-792
