Before taking lorazepam, tell your doctor if you have any breathing problems, glaucoma,
kidney or liver disease, or a history of depression, suicidal thoughts, or addiction to drugs or
alcohol.
Do not Avoid using other medicines that make you sleepy. They can add to sleepiness caused by
lorazepam.
Lorazepam may be habit-forming and should be used only by the person it
was prescribed for. Lorazepam should never be shared with another person, especially
someone who has a history of drug abuse or addiction. Keep the medication in a secure place
where others cannot get to it.
It is dangerous to try and purchase lorazepam on the Internet or from vendors outside of
the United States. Medications distributed from Internet sales may contain dangerous
ingredients, or may not be distributed by a licensed pharmacy. Samples of lorazepam purchased
on the Internet have been found to contain haloperidol (Haldol), a potent antipsychotic drug with
dangerous side effects. For more information, contact the U.S. Food and Drug Administration
(FDA) or visit www.fda.gov/buyonlineguide.
What is lorazepam?
Lorazepam is in a group of drugs called benzodiazepines (ben-zoe-dye-AZE-eh-peens).
Lorazepam affects chemicals in the brain that may become unbalanced and cause anxiety.
Lorazepam is used to treat anxiety disorders.
Lorazepam may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking lorazepam?
It is dangerous to try and purchase lorazepam on the Internet or from vendors outside of
the United States. Medications distributed from Internet sales may contain dangerous
ingredients, or may not be distributed by a licensed pharmacy. Samples of lorazepam purchased
on the Internet have been found to contain haloperidol (Haldol), a potent antipsychotic drug with
dangerous side effects. For more information, contact the U.S. Food and Drug Administration
(FDA) or visit www.fda.gov/buyonlineguide.
Do not use this medication if you have narrow-angle glaucoma, or if you are allergic
to lorazepam or to other benzodiazepines, such as alprazolam (Xanax), chlordiazepoxide
(Librium), clorazepate (Tranxene), diazepam (Valium), or oxazepam (Serax).
Before taking lorazepam, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have:
If you have any of these conditions, you may need a dose adjustment
or special tests to safely take this medication.
FDA pregnancy category D. Lorazepam can cause birth defects in an
unborn baby. Do not use lorazepam without your doctor's consent if you are pregnant.
Tell your doctor if you become pregnant during treatment. Use an effective form of birth control
while you are using this medication.
It is not known whether lorazepam passes into breast milk or if it could harm a
nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a
baby.
The sedative effects of lorazepam may last longer in older adults. Accidental falls
are common in elderly patients who take benzodiazepines. Use caution to avoid falling or
accidental injury while you are taking lorazepam.
Do not give this medication to a child younger than 12 years old.
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