Side effects lorazepam in elderly

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side effects lorazepam in elderly

Mar 10, - In a sample of about patients treated for anxiety, the most frequent adverse reaction to Ativan (lorazepam) was sedation ( ), followed by dizziness ( ), weakness ( ), and unsteadiness ( ). The incidence of sedation and unsteadiness increased with age. Jul 30, - According to the Beers' Criteria, lorazepam is a potentially inappropriate medication that may cause serious side effects for older adults. Mar 17, - Alcohol can worsen the side effects of lorazepam, such as drowsiness, The dose of lorazepam may be lower if you are elderly or debilitated. How Long Does Ativan Last?

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2 thoughts on “Side effects lorazepam in elderly”

  1. Akinocage

    Has been a wonder drug for me. I keep my dosages low and take no more than needed, sometimes at the cost of not taking enough. My only complaint is it takes too long for it take effect, sometimes up to 2 hrs.

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  2. Yozshudal

    I suffer from anxiety disorder and panic attacks - Dr put me on zoloft which was helping some but it took 150 mg and then I was a zombie - backed down to 75 mg and added ativan .5 daily and it was a miracle -panic attacks went away and most of my anxiety - if I do feel excessive anxiety I can take an ativan and in 15 - 30 minutes I am myself again

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