Lora 2mg Tablets

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Description

Lora Tablet contains Lorazepam, which belongs to the benzodiazepine group. It is commonly prescribed for the symptoms of anxiety and anxiety disorder. It is also used in a medical condition called st

atus epilepticus. Lorazepam belongs to a class of medicines called benzodiazepines. Benzodiazepines, like Lorazepam, work by increasing tamma-amino-butyric acid (GABA) levels. GABA can be considered to be a calming chemical in your brain. Depending on your overall mental health condition, GABA can make you feel calm or less anxious. GABA can also help stop a seizure or fit. Due to lorazepam’s ability to produce feelings of calmness and relaxation, it is highly misused, and there is a high potential for abuse. Don’t suddenly stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor. Some conditions may become worse if this medicine is stopped abruptly. Withdrawal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, headaches, sleeplessness, and diarrhoea may be experienced by some people. In some rare cases, a person may even develop suicidal thoughts. Your dose should be gradually decreased and not stopped abruptly.

Product Summary

Offer Price	₹19.00
You Save	₹6.00 (24% on MRP)
Contains	Lorazepam(2.0 Mg)
Uses	Anxiety disorder, epilepsy
Side effects	Drowsiness, Disorientation, Mood changes, anxiety or agitation is serious in children and elderly above 65, Involuntary eye movements, Reduced muscle strength, Unresponsiveness, Forgetfulness,
Therapy	ANTI-ANXIETY

Uses

Contraindications

Side effects

Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Lora 2 MG

Anxiety disorder
Epilepsy

Contraindications of Lora 2 MG

Children under 13 years
Allergy to this medicine.
Liver or kidney problem
Breathing problems
Myasthenia gravis (a neurological condition that affects muscles and causes muscle weakness)
Sleep apnoea, a condition in which breathing is altered during sleep.
Suicidal thoughts
Heart conditions or arteriosclerosis conditions in which blood flow is affected.
Glaucoma (high pressure in eyes)

Side effects of Lora 2 MG

Drowsiness
Dizziness
Loss of coordination
Headache
Nausea
Blurred vision
Change in sexual interest/ability
Constipation
Heartburn
Change in appetite

Precautions and Warnings of Lora 2 MG

Pregnancy

Can I take a Lora Tablet during pregnancy?

Lorazepam comes under category D medicine, which means it is risky to pregnant women or their babies and should be avoided during pregnancy. Lorazepam is known to cause a relatively higher than average (0.7 per cent) risk of cleft lip and cleft palate in newborns.

Breast Feeding

Can I take a Lora Tablet while breastfeeding?

Lora Tablet contains lorazepam which passes in breast milk in small amounts. Talk to your doctor before taking a Lora tablet if you are breastfeeding. Your dose and duration is decided on your condition. If you notice that your baby is cranky or not taking the feed properly or changes in sleep pattern, visit your doctor.

Driving

Can I drive if I have taken a Lora Tablet?

Lora tablet contains lorazepam which makes you feel sleepy. Hence, driving or riding a bike is not recommended or using any heavy machinery after consuming this medicine.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with the Lora Tablet?

No. alcohol consumption is prohibited during your 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 Lora 2 MG

How Does It Work?

Lorazepam belongs to a group of medicines called benzodiazepines. The action of benzodiazepines, such as Lorazepam, is that of calming the brain. The calming action is the result of gamma-amino-butyri...

Directions for Use of Lora 2 MG

Lora Tablet should always be consumed under a medical doctor’s supervision.
Your dose may need to be gradually decreased.
When this medication is used for a long time, it may not work as well. Talk with your doctor if this medication stops working well.
One should consume the tablet entirely with water. Don't break or smash the tablet.
Keep it away from pets, kids and the elderly with memory loss.
Preferably take medicine at a fixed time.

Interactions of Lora 2 MG

Interactions with other medicines

Combining this medicine with the following medicines can result in withdrawal symptoms, dizziness, drowsiness, headaches or breathing issues.
Painkillers like codeine, morphine or tramadol
Anti-bacterial 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 based cough medications such as codeine cough syrup.
Sleep inducing medications such as zolpidem (Ambien).
Asthma medicine theophylline.
Tuberculosis medicine isoniazid.
Alcohol addiction medicine disulfiram.

Interactions with food items

Avoid taking caffeine foods. Foods such as coffee, chocolates will inhibit the action of Lora tablets.

Storage and disposal of Lora 2 MG

Store Lora 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 as its consumption can be hazardou...

Dosage of Lora 2 MG

Overdose

Lora Tablet contains Lorazepam, a benzodiazepine commonly prescribed for anxiety symptoms. Due to its ability to produce feelings of calmness and relaxation, lorazepam is highly misused, and there is ...

Missed a Dose

If you forget to take a Lora tablet, never take a double dose. For anxiety, if it is less than 3 hours since you have missed the dose, take it as soon as you remember. But if it is more than 3 hours,...

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Divya Rohra

MBBS

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Jagruti Jain

MBBS, MD, DNB, General Medicine

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Can I take a painkiller with this medicine?

A: Avoid taking any over the counter medicine while on treatment with a Lora tablet as painkillers like morphine and opioids can cause severe effects like headaches, dizziness, low blood pressure, or swallow breathing.

Q: Can I take this medicine if I have diabetes?

A: Your doctor can prescribe you this medicine while you have diabetes as this medicine is prescribed for a shorter period. Still, it is recommended to monitor your sugar levels regularly and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Q: How long does it take for the medicine to act?

A: Lora Tablet takes around 20 to 30 mins to start working, and one experiences a full sedating effect for the next 6 to 8 hours.

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Last Updated on: 01 Apr 2022 | 10:25 AM (IST)

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