Consumer medicine information

Lorazepam-WGR 2.5 mg Tablets

Lorazepam

BRAND INFORMATION

Brand name

Lorazepam-WGR

Active ingredient

Lorazepam

Schedule

S4

1. Why am I taking LORAZEPAM-WGR?


LORAZEPAM-WGR contains the active ingredient lorazepam. LORAZEPAM-WGR is used to relieve anxiety or before surgery to help you relax.
For more information, see Section 1. Why am I taking LORAZEPAM-WGR? in the full CMI.

2. What should I know before I taking LORAZEPAM-WGR?


Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to lorazepam or any of the ingredients listed at the end of the CMI.
Talk to your doctor if you have any other medical conditions, take any other medicines, or are pregnant or plan to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
For more information, see Section 2. What should I know before I taking LORAZEPAM-WGR? in the full CMI.

3. What if I am taking other medicines?


Some medicines may interfere with LORAZEPAM-WGR and affect how it works.
A list of these medicines is in Section 3. What if I am taking other medicines? in the full CMI.

4. How do I take LORAZEPAM-WGR?

  • The dose of lorazepam may be different for each person. Your doctor will decide the right dose for you and your condition.
  • The usual daily dose for: anxiety is 2 to 3 mg administered in divided doses; sleeping problems is 1 to 2 mg taken at bedtime; and before surgery is 2 to 4 mg the night before the procedure.
  • Swallow the tablets whole with a glass of water.

More instructions can be found in Section 4. How do I take LORAZEPAM-WGR? in the full CMI.

5. What should I know while taking LORAZEPAM-WGR?

Things you should do
  • Remind any doctor, dentist or pharmacist you visit that you are taking LORAZEPAM-WGR.
  • If you are about to start any new medicine, remind your doctor or pharmacist that you are taking LORAZEPAM-WGR.
  • If you are going to have surgery, tell the surgeon or anaesthetist that you are taking this medicine.
  • If you become pregnant or start to breastfeed while taking this medicine, tell your doctor immediately.
  • Tell your doctor or pharmacist as soon as possible if you do not feel well while you are taking this medicine.
  • If you are being treated for anxiety, discuss with your doctor if your anxiety is getting worse.
  • If you are about to have any blood tests, tell your doctor that you are taking this medicine.
  • Keep all your doctor's appointments so that your progress can be checked.
Things you should not do
  • Do not take this medicine to treat any other complaints unless your doctor tells you to.
  • Do not give your medicine to anyone else, even if they have the same condition as you.
  • Do not stop taking LORAZEPAM-WGR or change the dose without your doctor's advice, particularly if you have epilepsy.
  • Do not take this medicine for longer than prescribed. LORAZEPAM-WGR be taken for short periods only.
Driving or using machines
  • Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how this medicine affects you.
  • This medicine may cause drowsiness or dizziness in some people and therefore may affect alertness.
Drinking alcohol
  • If you drink alcohol, symptoms such as dizziness and drowsiness may be worse.
  • Your doctor may suggest that you avoid alcohol or reduce the amount you drink while taking LORAZEPAM-WGR.
Looking after your medicine
  • Keep your tablets in the pack until it is time to take them.
  • Keep your medicine in a cool dry place where the temperature stays below 25°C.

For more information, see Section 5. What should I know while taking LORAZEPAM-WGR? in the full CMI.

6. Are there any side effects?


Common side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, sleepiness, clumsiness or unsteadiness, weakness and loss of memory.
Serious side effects include feeling sick or vomiting, outbursts of anger and increased excitement, dry mouth, excessive salivation, changes in appetite, nausea, headache, skin rashes, confusion or depression, sleep disturbances, tiredness, blurred vision; dizziness, light-headedness and fainting; unsteadiness, heartbeats become more noticeable. Signs of an allergic reaction include cough, shortness of breath, wheezing or difficulty breathing; swelling of the face, lips, tongue, throat or other parts of the body; rash, itching or hives on the skin.
For more information, including what to do if you have any side effects, see Section 6. Are there any side effects? in the full CMI.

BRAND INFORMATION

Brand name

Lorazepam-WGR

Active ingredient

Lorazepam

Schedule

S4