Lorzin 2mg Injection

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Composition FOR Lorzin 2mg Injection

Lorazepam(2mg)

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No interaction found/established
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lorzin 2mg Injection.
UNSAFE
Lorzin 2mg Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lorzin 2mg Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Lorzin 2mg Injection should be used for short periods and sleepiness of the baby should be watched. The withdrawal of Lorzin 2mg Injection should be gradual.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Lorzin 2mg Injection

Lorazepam(2mg)

Lorzin injection uses

{med_name} is used for anxiety disorder, short term anxiety and Status epilepticus.

How lorzin injection works

Lorzin 2mg Injection is a benzodiazepine. It works by increasing the action of a chemical messenger (GABA) which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

Common side effects of lorzin injection

Injection site pain, Sedation, Blurred vision, Memory impairment, Fatigue, Depression, Drowsiness, Unsteadiness, Abnormality of voluntary movements, Hypersensitivity, Paradoxical reactions, Drug dependence, Apnea (absence of breathing), Dizziness, Weakness, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Muscle weakness

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Expert advice FOR Lorzin Injection

  • The addiction / habit-forming potential of this medicine is very high. Take it only as per the dose and duration advised by your doctor
  • It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol as it may increase dizziness and drowsiness.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
  • Do not stop taking medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as that may lead to nausea, anxiety, agitation, flu-like symptoms, sweating, tremor, and confusion.
  • The addiction / habit-forming potential of this medicine is very high. Take it only as per the dose and duration advised by your doctor
  • It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol as it may increase dizziness and drowsiness.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
  • Do not stop taking medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as that may lead to nausea, anxiety, agitation, flu-like symptoms, sweating, tremor, and confusion.

Frequently asked questions FOR Lorzin 2mg Injection

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Q. Is Lorzin 2mg Injection an opioid? Is it a habit-forming medicine?
No, Lorzin 2mg Injection is not an opioid. It belongs to the benzodiazepine group of medicines and is used for short-term treatment (2-4 weeks) only. It is a habit-forming medicine and can make a person physically and psychologically dependent.
Q. For how long will Lorzin 2mg Injection stay in my system?
Lorzin 2mg Injection may take around 3 days to get completely removed from the system.
Q. Are there any symptoms that I would experience if I get addicted to Lorzin 2mg Injection?
The most important symptom of addiction is that you may feel unpleasant if you do not take Lorzin 2mg Injection. Another symptom could be that you may increase the dose on your own to feel its effect.
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Q. If I suddenly stop taking Lorzin 2mg Injection, will it affect me adversely?
You should reduce the dose of Lorzin 2mg Injection gradually before completely stopping it. Suddenly stopping it may lead to withdrawal symptoms which include loss of the sense of reality, feeling detached from life, and unable to feel emotion. Some patients have also experienced numbness or tingling in the arms or legs, tinnitus (ringing sounds in the ears), uncontrolled or overactive movements, twitching, shaking, feeling sick, being sick, stomach upsets or stomach pain, loss of appetite, agitation and abnormally fast heart beats. It can also cause panic attacks, dizziness or feeling faint, memory loss, hallucinations, feeling stiff and unable to move easily, feeling very warm, convulsions (sudden uncontrolled shaking or jerking of the body) and oversensitivity to light, sound and touch.
Q. Does Lorzin 2mg Injection cause weight gain?
The effect of Lorzin 2mg Injection on weight gain or loss is not known.
Q. Does Lorzin 2mg Injection cause depression?
If you have a history of depression then it may increase the risk of developing depression again. Lorzin 2mg Injection should not be used alone in depressed patients because it may cause suicidal tendencies in such patients.
Q. My old uncle is taking Lorzin 2mg Injection for sleeplessness associated with anxiety. Can it affect his memory?
Though it is rare, but use of Lorzin 2mg Injection can cause memory impairment, which may be more apparent in old age patients.
Q. Are there any harmful effects of taking more than the recommended doses of Lorzin 2mg Injection?
Taking more than the recommended dose of Lorzin 2mg Injection may cause loss of muscle control, low blood pressure, mental confusion, slow breathing and even coma. If you have taken higher than the recommended dose of Lorzin 2mg Injection, seek immediate medical help immediately.
Q. Is Lorzin 2mg Injection an opioid? Is it a habit-forming medicine?
No, Lorzin 2mg Injection is not an opioid. It belongs to the benzodiazepine group of medicines and is used for short-term treatment (2-4 weeks) only. It is a habit-forming medicine and can make a person physically and psychologically dependent.
Q. Can Lorzin 2mg Injection be used as a sleeping pill?
Lorzin 2mg Injection is used for sleeping difficulties caused due to short-term anxiety. One of the very common side effects of Lorzin 2mg Injection is drowsiness and sleepiness. It calms the mind, and therefore, helps a person to sleep.
Q. For how long will Lorzin 2mg Injection stay in my system?
Lorzin 2mg Injection may take around 3 days to get completely removed from the system.
Q. Are there any symptoms that I would experience if I get addicted to Lorzin 2mg Injection?
The most important symptom of addiction is that you may feel unpleasant if you do not take Lorzin 2mg Injection. Another symptom could be that you may increase the dose on your own to feel its effect.
Q. If I suddenly stop taking Lorzin 2mg Injection, will it affect me adversely?
You should reduce the dose of Lorzin 2mg Injection gradually before completely stopping it. Suddenly stopping it may lead to withdrawal symptoms which include loss of the sense of reality, feeling detached from life, and unable to feel emotion. Some patients have also experienced numbness or tingling in the arms or legs, tinnitus (ringing sounds in the ears), uncontrolled or overactive movements, twitching, shaking, feeling sick, being sick, stomach upsets or stomach pain, loss of appetite, agitation and abnormally fast heart beats. It can also cause panic attacks, dizziness or feeling faint, memory loss, hallucinations, feeling stiff and unable to move easily, feeling very warm, convulsions (sudden uncontrolled shaking or jerking of the body) and oversensitivity to light, sound and touch.
Q. Does Lorzin 2mg Injection cause weight gain?
The effect of Lorzin 2mg Injection on weight gain or loss is not known.
Q. Does Lorzin 2mg Injection cause depression?
If you have a history of depression then it may increase the risk of developing depression again. Lorzin 2mg Injection should not be used alone in depressed patients because it may cause suicidal tendencies in such patients.
Q. My old uncle is taking Lorzin 2mg Injection for sleeplessness associated with anxiety. Can it affect his memory?
Though it is rare, but use of Lorzin 2mg Injection can cause memory impairment, which may be more apparent in old age patients.
Q. Are there any harmful effects of taking more than the recommended doses of Lorzin 2mg Injection?
Taking more than the recommended dose of Lorzin 2mg Injection may cause loss of muscle control, low blood pressure, mental confusion, slow breathing and even coma. If you have taken higher than the recommended dose of Lorzin 2mg Injection, seek immediate medical help immediately.

Content on this page was last updated on 13 June, 2025, by Dr. Mekhala Chandra (MD, MBBS)