Benj 1mg Tablet

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Benj 1 MG Description

Benj 1mg tablet is used for the short-term treatment for anxiety, or sleep disturbances due to anxiety, for panic attacks and OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorders). It is also used as pre-med before a

ny operation or dental procedure. Benj 1 mg tablet contains lorazepam, which belongs to the benzodiazepine class of medicine, as its active component. Due to its ability to produce feelings of calmness and relaxation, lorazepam is highly misused, and there is a high potential for its abuse. It is known to be habit-forming and can result in tolerance as after consuming it, one gets instant relief in anxiety. It comes under category D, which means it is risky for pregnant women or their babies and should be avoided during pregnancy.

Product Summary

Offer Price	₹22.67
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Contains	Lorazepam(1.0 Mg)
Uses	Anxiety disorder, Sleep disturbance due to anxiety, As pre-med before any operation or dental procedure, Panic attacks, OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorders)
Side effects	Drowsiness, Disorientation, Mood changes, Involuntary eye movements, Blurry vision, Involuntary muscle contractions, Reduced muscle strength, Decreased reflexes and impaired reaction time, Low blood pressure, Slow breathing, Unresponsiveness, Forgetfulness, See things that are not there (hallucination)
Therapy	ANTI-ANXIETY

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Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Benj 1 MG

Benj 1 mg tablet is used to treat the following conditions:
Anxiety disorder
Sleep disturbance due to anxiety
As pre-med before any operation or dental procedure
Panic attacks
OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorders)

Contraindications of Benj 1 MG

It is contraindicated in the following cases:
If you are under 13 years
If you are allergic to any of the components of this medicine
If you have a liver or kidney problem
If you have breathing problems
If you have myasthenia gravis, a condition that causes muscle weakness
If you have sleep apnoea, a condition in which breathing is altered during sleep
If you have suicidal thoughts
If you have heart conditions or arteriosclerosis, conditions in which blood flow is affected
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding
If you have glaucoma (high pressure in the eyes)

Side effects of Benj 1 MG

The side effects of the medicine are as follows:
Drowsiness
Disorientation
Mood changes, anxiety or agitation is serious in children and the elderly above 65
Involuntary eye movements
Blurry vision
Involuntary muscle contractions
Reduced muscle strength
Decreased reflexes and impaired reaction time.
Low blood pressure.
Slow breathing
Unresponsiveness
Forgetfulness
Hallucination
Coma or anaphylaxis in serious allergic conditions

Precautions and Warnings of Benj 1 MG

Pregnancy

Can I take Benj 1 mg tablet during pregnancy?

Lorazepam comes under category D, which means it is risky for pregnant women or their unborn babies and should be avoided during pregnancy. Lorazepam has been associated with a slightly higher than average (0.7 per cent) risk of cleft lip and cleft palate in newborns.

Breast Feeding

Can I take a Benj 1 mg Tablet while breastfeeding?

Benj 1 mg tablet contains lorazepam which passes in breast milk in small amounts. If you are breastfeeding or want to start it, talk to your doctor.. Your dose and duration are decided on your condition. If you notice that your baby is cranky or not taking the feed properly or there are changes in sleep pattern, consult your doctor.

Driving

Can I drive if I have taken a Benj 1 mg tablet?

Benj 1mg tablet contains lorazepam that makes you feel sleepy. Hence, it is not recommended to drive or ride a bike or use any heavy machinery after consuming this medicine.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with the Benj 1 mg tablet?

Alcohol consumption is prohibited during the treatment with this medicine as the combined effect can make you even more drowsy and sleepy.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You develop an allergy to this medicine.
You feel very sleepy, and this disturbs your daily life.
You feel disoriented.
You feel anxious or agitated.
You experience involuntary eye movements, blurry vision or involuntary muscle contractions.
You experience reduced muscle strength.
You experience decreased reflexes and impaired reaction time.
You experience low blood pressure and slow breathing.

Mode of Action of Benj 1 MG

How Does It Work?

Lorazepam belongs to a group of medicines called benzodiazepines. It works by increasing the levels of a calming chemical, gamma-amino-butyric-acid (GABA), in your brain. Depending on your health cond...

Directions for Use of Benj 1 MG

Take Benj 1 mg tablet as per doctor’s supervision.
Do not abruptly stop consuming this medicine as the person can experience withdrawal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, headaches, sleeplessness or may even develop suicidal thoughts.
Swallow the medicine whole with water. Do not break or smash the tablet.
Take the medicine at a fixed time, preferably.

Interactions of Benj 1 MG

Interactions with other medicines

Painkillers like codeine, morphine or tramadol
Antibacterial medicines like rifampicin or antifungal medicines like fluconazole
HIV medicines like ritonavir
Medicines to reduce stomach acid like omeprazole
Muscle relaxants like baclofen and tizanidine.
Antihistamines such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
Narcotic pain medication such as morphine, oxycodone (OxyContin), and hydrocodone (Vicodin and Lortab)
Opioid cough medications such as codeine cough syrup
Sleeping medications such as zolpidem (Ambien)
Asthma medicine theophylline.
Tuberculosis medicine isoniazid
Alcohol addiction medicine disulfiram
Benj 1 mg tablet if taken with any of these medications can have adverse reactions. Some of these reactions can be life threatening and may require emergency hospitalisation. Many of these medicines c...
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Interactions with food items

Avoid taking foods that contain caffeine. Foods such as coffee, chocolates will inhibit the action of Benj 1 mg tablets.

Storage and disposal of Benj 1 MG

Store Benj 1mg Tablet in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight. Dispose of used, expired and damaged medicines with caution. Keep it away from children and pets.

Dosage of Benj 1 MG

Overdose

Lorazepam, a benzodiazepine, can lead to an overdose. The patient may feel drowsy, disoriented, have involuntary eye movements, blurry vision, involuntary muscle contractions, reduced muscle strength,...

Missed a Dose

Never take a double dose if you forget to take a Benj 1mg tablet. If you take the medicine for anxiety and it is less than 3 hours since you have missed the dose, take it as soon as you remember. But ...

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Divya Rohra

MBBS

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Jagruti Jain

MBBS, MD, DNB, General Medicine

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: How much time does Benj 1 mg Tablet take to start working?

A: Benj 1 mg tablet takes around 20 to 30 mins to start working, and one experiences full sedating effect for the next 6 to 8 hours.

Q: How long can I take Benj 1 mg Tablet?

A: No. one should use this medicine for more than four weeks.

Q: Is there weight gain with Benj 1 mg Tablet?

A: No weight gain is reported with this medicine. But in combination with other antidepressants, one can experience weight gain. Hence, consuming a healthy diet and having a regular exercise regime is always advisable.

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06/05/2025

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