Lorazepam
Lorazepam Brand names, Lorazepam Analogs
Lorazepam Brand Names Mixture
- No information avaliable
Lorazepam Chemical_Formula
C15H10Cl2N2O2
Lorazepam RX_link
http://www.rxlist.com/cgi/generic/loraz.htm
Lorazepam fda sheet
Lorazepam msds (material safety sheet)
Lorazepam Synthesis Reference
Childress, Gluckman, J. Pharm. Sci. 53, 577 (1964)
Lorazepam Molecular Weight
321.158 g/mol
Lorazepam Melting Point
166-168oC
Lorazepam H2O Solubility
0.08 mg/mL
Lorazepam State
Solid
Lorazepam LogP
2.959
Lorazepam Dosage Forms
Tablet; Injection
Lorazepam Indication
For the management of anxiety disorders or for the short-term relief of the symptoms of anxiety or anxiety associated with depressive symptoms
Lorazepam Pharmacology
Lorazepam, a benzodiazepine not transformed to active metabolites, is used to treat anxiety, status epilepticus, and for sedation induction and anterograde amnesia.
Lorazepam Absorption
Readily absorbed with an absolute bioavailability of 90%.
Lorazepam side effects and Toxicity
Somnolence, confusion, and coma, LD50=3178mg/kg (orally in mice).
Lorazepam Patient Information
Lorazepam is a benzodiazepine used for the treatment of anxiety, anxiety with depression, and insomnia. Inform your physician if you are pregnant or nursing. Lorazepam may cause dizziness and drowsiness; use caution while driving or operating hazardous machinery. Do not take any other sedating drugs or drink alcohol while taking this medication. Lorazepam may be habit forming. It is advisable that patients consult with their physician before changing the dose. Withdrawal symptoms may occur after you stop taking it. This medication may be taken with or without food.
Lorazepam Organisms Affected
Humans and other mammals
