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Loripam is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Anxiety. Secondary and off-label uses of Loripam have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Loripam. 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 Loripam side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Loripam are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Loripam is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Loripam's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Loripam can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Loripam in conditions like Liver Disease, Respiratory Depression. The section on Loripam contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Loripam have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Loripam is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Loripam 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 Loripam is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Loripam safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Loripam. It is best to stop taking Loripam immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Loripam safe during breastfeeding?
Loripam has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Loripam on the Kidneys?
Loripam is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Loripam on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Loripam. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Loripam only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Loripam on the Heart?
Loripam may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Loripam 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 Loripam unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Loripam habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Loripam. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Loripam, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Loripam can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Loripam is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Loripam is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Loripam
When consumed with certain foods, Loripam may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Loripam
Taking alcohol with Loripam can be dangerous.
Yes, Loripam 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.
Yes, use of Loripam 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.
Yes, Loripam 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.
No, Loripam does not treat bipolar disorder. However, sometimes it is used to control an acute episode of agitation in bipolar disorder. You are advised to consult with your doctor for better treatment options for bipolar disorder.
Yes, Loripam can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Take light meals, try to avoid spicy and high-fat content meals when experiencing stomach upset while taking Loripam. In case of severe stomach upset consult your doctor, take medication and follow his/her instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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