If a benzodiazepine is prescribed for an indication other than epilepsy in a patient taking a mixed opiate agonist/antagonist, use a lower initial dose of the benzodiazepine and titrate to clinical response. Limit the use of opiate pain medications with benzodiazepines to only patients for whom alternative treatment options are inadequate. 108 0 obj<>stream If concurrent use is necessary, initiate gabapentin at the lowest recommended dose and monitor patients for symptoms of respiratory depression and sedation. 0000003552 00000 n 0 81 28 Educate patients about the risks and symptoms of respiratory depression and sedation. Use caution with this combination. Monitor patients for decreased pressor effect if these agents are administered concomitantly. It appears glucuronide conjugation of lorazepam is increased in the presence of combined hormonal oral contraceptives; the clinical significance of this interaction is not determined. When used as an anticonvulsant, cessation of seizure activity may occur within 5 minutes. Consume all the sprinkled contents within 2 hours. Use of midazolam in healthy subjects who received perampanel 6 mg once daily for 20 days decreased the AUC and Cmax of midazolam by 13% and 15%, respectively, possibly due to weak induction of CYP3A4 by perampanel; the specific clinical significance of this interaction is unknown. (Moderate) Coadministration can potentiate the CNS effects (e.g., increased sedation or respiratory depression) of either agent. Dextromethorphan; Guaifenesin; Phenylephrine: (Moderate) The therapeutic effect of phenylephrine may be decreased in patients receiving benzodiazepines. Sufentanil: (Major) Concomitant use of opiate agonists with benzodiazepines may cause respiratory depression, hypotension, profound sedation, and death. Atazanavir; Cobicistat: (Moderate) Monitor for an increase in lorazepam-related adverse reactions and consider reducing the dose of lorazepam if concomitant use of lorazepam and atazanavir is necessary. Dosage for patients with severe hepatic disease should be adjusted carefully according to patient response; lower doses may be sufficient in such patients. If a benzodiazepine is prescribed for an indication other than epilepsy in a patient taking an opiate agonist, use a lower initial dose of the benzodiazepine and titrate to clinical response. If concurrent use is necessary, monitor for excessive sedation and somnolence. Limit the use of opiate pain medications with benzodiazepines to only patients for whom alternative treatment options are inadequate. 0000063370 00000 n The sedative effects of injectable benzodiazepines may add to the CNS depressive state seen in the postictal stage. If concurrent use is necessary, use the lowest effective doses and minimum treatment durations needed to achieve the desired clinical effect. Educate patients about the risks and symptoms of respiratory depression and sedation. Pyrimethamine: (Moderate) Mild hepatotoxicity has been reported when pyrimethamine was coadministered with lorazepam. US-based MDs, DOs, NPs and PAs in full-time patient practice can register for free on PDR.net. Hydromorphone: (Major) Concomitant use of opiate agonists with benzodiazepines may cause respiratory depression, hypotension, profound sedation, and death. Limit the use of opiate pain medications with benzodiazepines to only patients for whom alternative treatment options are inadequate. Pentobarbital: (Moderate) Additive CNS and/or respiratory depression may occur with concurrent use. Skilled care residents: The federal Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) regulates the use of anxiolytics in long-term care facility (LTCF) residents. A potential risk of abuse should not preclude appropriate treatment in any patient, but requires more intensive counseling and monitoring. Acetaminophen; Pentazocine: (Major) Concomitant use of mixed opiate agonists/antagonists with benzodiazepines may cause respiratory depression, hypotension, profound sedation, and death. The volume of sterile water required will vary depending on the specific tablets used; this will also result in varying amounts of Ora-Plus and Ora-Sweet depending on the product.In the chemical stability study, 2 different suspensions were made using the following ingredients:180 lorazepam 2 mg tablets by Mylan Laboratories, 144 mL of sterile water, Ora-Plus 108 mL, and Ora-Sweet 83 mL.180 lorazepam 2 mg tablets by Watson Laboratories, 48 mL of sterile water, Ora-Plus 156 mL and Ora-Sweet 146 mL.Each suspension was divided into 1 oz amber glass bottles for stability testing.Storage: Suspension is stable for 90 days when refrigerated (4 degrees C) or for 60 days at room temperature (22 degrees C). trailer 1. Use caution with this combination. Concurrent use may result in additive CNS depression. Educate patients about the risks and symptoms of respiratory depression and sedation. Abrupt awakening can cause dysphoria, agitation, and possibly increased adverse effects. Probenecid: (Moderate) Monitor for an increase in lorazepam-related adverse reactions and consider reducing the dose of lorazepam if concomitant use of lorazepam and probenecid is necessary. 2y.-;!KZ ^i"L0- @8(r;q7Ly&Qq4j|9 Use caution with this combination. Monitor for signs and symptoms of CNS depression and advise patients to avoid driving or engaging in other activities requiring mental alertness until they know how this combination affects them. UR - https://nursing.unboundmedicine.com/nursingcentral/view/Davis-Drug-Guide/51455/all/Ativan Use caution with this combination. If used together, a reduction in the dose of one or both drugs may be needed. Levocetirizine: (Moderate) Concurrent use of cetirizine/levocetirizine with benzodiazepines should generally be avoided. If a benzodiazepine is prescribed for an indication other than epilepsy in a patient taking an opiate agonist, use a lower initial dose of the benzodiazepine and titrate to clinical response. 0000063185 00000 n Lorazepam clearance is significantly slower in neonates compared to adults; clearance in older children is dependent on the specific population and varies from slightly slower to slightly faster than that of adults. Even that low dose is difficult to get off of. Use caution with this combination. Lorazepam injection also contains benzyl alcohol as a preservative. confusion, aggression, hallucinations; sleep problems; vision changes; or. Measure sodium bicarbonate concentrations at baseline and periodically during dichlorphenamide treatment. Effects of 5% and 10% alcohol on drug release were not significant 2 hours post-dose. Additive drowsiness and/or dizziness is possible. Food: (Major) Advise patients to avoid cannabis use while taking CNS depressants due to the risk for additive CNS depression and potential for other cognitive adverse reactions. Daviss Drug Guide for Nurses App + Web from F.A. A1 - Sanoski,Cynthia A, If an opiate agonist is initiated in a patient taking a benzodiazepine, use a lower initial dose of the opiate and titrate to clinical response. Lorazepam injection is contraindicated in patients with sleep apnea syndrome or severe respiratory insufficiency who are not receiving mechanical ventilation. Aspirin, ASA; Butalbital; Caffeine: (Moderate) Additive CNS and/or respiratory depression may occur with concurrent use. Papaverine: (Moderate) Concurrent use of papaverine with potent CNS depressants such as benzodiazepines could lead to enhanced sedation. Ethinyl Estradiol; Levonorgestrel; Folic Acid; Levomefolate: (Minor) Ethinyl estradiol may enhance the metabolism of lorazepam. Skeletal Muscle Relaxants: (Moderate) Concomitant use of skeletal muscle relaxants with benzodiazepines can result in additive CNS depression. 20002023 Unbound Medicine, Inc. All rights reserved, Take your students on a guided journey to develop clinical judgment, TY - ELEC If morphine is initiated in a patient taking a benzodiazepine, reduce initial dosages and titrate to clinical response. It may be appropriate to delay certain procedures if doing so will not jeopardize the health of the child. Patients should be monitored more closely for hypotension if nitroglycerin is used concurrently with benzodiazepines. The drug has also been given sublingually; although, specific sublingual dosage forms are not available in the United States. The incidence, time to onset, and duration of NAS or FIS symptoms is multi-factorial (e.g., duration of use, drug lipophilicity, placental disposition, degree of accumulation in neonatal tissues). In one study of elderly volunteers, half of the patients received DHEA 200 mg/day PO for 2 weeks, followed by a single dose of triazolam 0.25 mg. Triazolam clearance was reduced by close to 30% in the DHEA-pretreated patients vs. the control group; however, the effect of DHEA on CYP3A4 metabolism appeared to vary widely among subjects. DB - Davis's Drug Guide [41537] [52925] [64934], 0.1 mg/kg/dose (Max: 4 mg/dose) IV or IM as a single dose; may repeat dose once in 5 to 15 minutes.[41537]. If concurrent use is necessary, use the lowest effective doses and minimum treatment durations needed to achieve the desired clinical effect. Butalbital; Acetaminophen; Caffeine: (Moderate) Additive CNS and/or respiratory depression may occur with concurrent use. Also, droperidol and benzodiazepines can both cause CNS depression. Limit the use of opiate pain medications with benzodiazepines to only patients for whom alternative treatment options are inadequate. LORazepam. If concurrent use is necessary, use the lowest effective doses and minimum treatment durations needed to achieve the desired clinical effect. Lorazepam is an UGT substrate and ombitasvir is an UGT inhibitor. In December 2001, the FDA issued a black box warning regarding the use of droperidol and its association with QT prolongation and potential for cardiac arrhythmias based on post-marketing surveillance data. Initiate with lower dosages and carefully monitor for sedation and other adverse effects. It appears glucuronide conjugation of lorazepam is increased in the presence of combined hormonal oral contraceptives; the clinical significance of this interaction is not determined. At steady state, AUCTau, Cmax, and Cmin were 694 ng x hour/mL, 35 ng/mL and 25 ng/mL, respectively, following once daily administration of the 3 mg ER capsules. Selegiline: (Moderate) Monitor for unusual drowsiness and sedation during coadministration of benzodiazepines and selegiline due to the risk for additive CNS depression. Drugs that can cause CNS depression, if used concomitantly with vigabatrin, may increase both the frequency and the intensity of adverse effects such as drowsiness, sedation, and dizziness. Valproic Acid, Divalproex Sodium: (Moderate) Monitor for an increase in lorazepam-related adverse reactions and consider reducing the dose of lorazepam if concomitant use of lorazepam and valproic acid is necessary. Limit the use of opiate pain medications with benzodiazepines to only patients for whom alternative treatment options are inadequate. If concurrent use is necessary, use the lowest effective doses and minimum treatment durations needed to achieve the desired clinical effect. In residents meeting the criteria for treatment, the dose of lorazepam should not exceed 1 mg/day PO, except when documentation is provided showing that higher doses are necessary to maintain or improve the resident's functional status. Limit the use of opiate pain medications with benzodiazepines to only patients for whom alternative treatment options are inadequate. The concurrent use of eszopiclone with other anxiolytics, sedatives, and hypnotics at bedtime or in the middle of the night is not recommended. Methyldopa can potentiate the effects of CNS depressants such as barbiturates, benzodiazepines, opiate agonists, or phenothiazines when administered concomitantly. Careful monitoring and possible dose adjustment of the benzodiazepine agent may be required. Educate patients about the risks and symptoms of respiratory depression and sedation. Avoid prescribing opiate cough medications in patients taking benzodiazepines. If concurrent use is necessary, use the lowest effective doses and minimum treatment durations needed to achieve the desired clinical effect. If an opiate agonist is initiated in a patient taking a benzodiazepine, use a lower initial dose of the opiate and titrate to clinical response. Fentanyl: (Major) Concomitant use of opiate agonists with benzodiazepines may cause respiratory depression, hypotension, profound sedation, and death. The federal Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) regulates medication use in residents of long-term care facilities (LTCFs). For extended-release tablets, start with morphine 15 mg PO every 12 hours, and for extended-release capsules, start with 30 mg PO every 24 hours or less. In patients treated with buprenorphine for opioid use disorder, cessation of benzodiazepines or other CNS depressants is preferred in most cases. Consider alternatives to benzodiazepines for conditions such as anxiety or insomnia during methadone maintenance treatment. To view the entire topic, please log in or purchase a subscription. Some formulations of lorazepam injection also contain benzyl alcohol and are contraindicated in patients with known benzyl alcohol hypersensitivity. WebI have been taking .5 lorazepam for over two and a half years. Methocarbamol: (Moderate) Concurrent use of benzodiazepines and other CNS active medications including skeletal muscle relaxants, can potentiate the CNS effects of either agent. If an opiate agonist is initiated in a patient taking a benzodiazepine, use a lower initial dose of the opiate and titrate to clinical response. The risk of next-day impairment, including impaired driving, is increased if lemborexant is taken with other CNS depressants. Dasabuvir; Ombitasvir; Paritaprevir; Ritonavir: (Moderate) Monitor for an increase in lorazepam-related adverse reactions and consider reducing the dose of lorazepam if concomitant use of lorazepam and dasabuvir is necessary. The severity of this interaction may be increased when additional CNS depressants are given. Daviss Drug Guide for Nurses App + Web from F.A. Carefully monitor respiratory status and oxygen saturation in at risk patients. The severity of this interaction may be increased when additional CNS depressants are given. Concurrent use of zolpidem with other sedative-hypnotics, including other zolpidem products, at bedtime or the middle of the night is not recommended. If hydrocodone is initiated in a patient taking a benzodiazepine, reduce initial dosage and titrate to clinical response; for hydrocodone extended-release products, initiate hydrocodone at 20% to 30% of the usual dosage. 0000002340 00000 n If a benzodiazepine is prescribed for an indication other than epilepsy in a patient taking an opiate agonist, use a lower initial dose of the benzodiazepine and titrate to clinical response. Dexmedetomidine: (Moderate) Concurrent use of dexmedetomidine and benzodiazepines may result in additive CNS depression. Reduce injectable buprenorphine dose by 1/2, and for the buprenorphine transdermal patch, start therapy with the 5 mcg/hour patch. Diphenhydramine; Naproxen: (Moderate) Coadministration can potentiate the CNS effects (e.g., increased sedation or respiratory depression) of either agent. Because lorazepam can cause drowsiness and a decreased level of consciousness, there is a higher risk of falls, particularly in the older adult, with the potential for subsequent severe injuries. Intensity of sedation and orthostatic hypotension were greater with the combination of oral aripiprazole and lorazepam compared to aripiprazole alone. If an opiate agonist is initiated in a patient taking a benzodiazepine, use a lower initial dose of the opiate and titrate to clinical response. If a benzodiazepine is prescribed for an indication other than epilepsy in a patient taking an opiate agonist, use a lower initial dose of the benzodiazepine and titrate to clinical response. Use of more than 2 hypnotics should be avoided due to the additive CNS depressant and complex sleep-related behaviors that may occur. (Minor) Patients taking benzodiazepines for insomnia should not use caffeine-containing products prior to going to bed as these products may antagonize the sedative effects of the benzodiazepine. Monitor patients for adverse effects; dose adjustment of either drug may be necessary. Limit the use of opiate pain medications with benzodiazepines to only patients for whom alternative treatment options are inadequate. Median Tmax was 14 hours (range 7 to 24 hours) following a single 3 mg dose of the extended-release capsules. Acetaminophen; Caffeine; Pyrilamine: (Moderate) Coadministration can potentiate the CNS effects (e.g., increased sedation or respiratory depression) of either agent. The required dosage is highly variable and should be titrated to desired degree of sedation. Use of more than 1 agent for hypnotic purposes may increase the risk for over-sedation, CNS effects, or sleep-related behaviors. Benzodiazepine dependence can occur after administration of therapeutic doses for as few as 1 to 2 weeks and withdrawal symptoms may be seen after the discontinuation of therapy. Use caution with this combination. Administration of the extended-release capsules by sprinkling the contents in 15 mL of applesauce did not significantly affect overall drug exposure or Tmax. Cannabidiol: (Moderate) Monitor for an increase in lorazepam-related adverse reactions and consider reducing the dose of lorazepam if concomitant use of lorazepam and cannabidiol is necessary. Send the page "" Butalbital; Acetaminophen; Caffeine; Codeine: (Major) Concomitant use of opiate agonists with benzodiazepines may cause respiratory depression, hypotension, profound sedation, and death. Do not administer lorazepam injection by intra-arterial injection since arteriospasm can occur which may cause tissue damage and/or gangrene.Visually inspect parenteral products for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration whenever solution and container permit. Avoid lorazepam extended-release capsules and utilize lorazepam immediate-release dosage forms that can be easily titrated. Haloperidol: (Moderate) Haloperidol can potentiate the actions of other CNS depressants, such as benzodiazepines, Caution should be exercised with simultaneous use of these agents due to potential excessive CNS effects. Dose reductions may be required. Use caution with this combination. If concurrent use is necessary, use the lowest effective doses and minimum treatment durations needed to achieve the desired clinical effect. Mefloquine: (Moderate) Coadministration of mefloquine and anticonvulsants may result in lower than expected anticonvulsant concentrations and loss of seizure control. Monitor patients for decreased pressor effect if these agents are administered concomitantly. If hydrocodone is initiated in a patient taking a benzodiazepine, reduce initial dosage and titrate to clinical response; for hydrocodone extended-release products, initiate hydrocodone at 20% to 30% of the usual dosage. The usual adult range: 2 to 6 mg/day PO. Dexbrompheniramine: (Moderate) Coadministration can potentiate the CNS effects (e.g., increased sedation or respiratory depression) of either agent. Avoid prescribing opiate cough medications in patients taking benzodiazepines. Chlorpheniramine; Dihydrocodeine; Phenylephrine: (Major) Concomitant use of opiate agonists with benzodiazepines may cause respiratory depression, hypotension, profound sedation, and death. If the extended-release oxymorphone tablets are used concurrently with a CNS depressant, use an initial dosage of 5 mg PO every 12 hours. Apraclonidine: (Minor) No specific drug interactions were identified with systemic agents and apraclonidine during clinical trials. Use these drugs cautiously with MAOIs; warn patients to not drive or perform other hazardous activities until they know how a particular drug combination affects them. Davis AT Collection. Vilazodone: (Moderate) Due to the CNS effects of vilazodone, caution should be used when vilazodone is given in combination with other centrally acting medications such as the benzodiazepines. The clinical significance of this interaction is not certain. 2 to 4 mg IM every 30 to 60 minutes as needed. Initially, 1 to 2 mg/day PO given in 2 to 3 divided doses; increase gradually as needed and tolerated. Maprotiline may lower the seizure threshold, so when benzodiazepines are used for anticonvulsant effects the patient should be monitored for desired clinical outcomes. No quantitative recommendations are available. Indinavir: (Moderate) Monitor for an increase in lorazepam-related adverse reactions and consider reducing the dose of lorazepam if concomitant use of lorazepam and indinavir is necessary. Once adequate response is achieved, resume treatment with the ER capsules. If a benzodiazepine is prescribed for an indication other than epilepsy in a patient taking a mixed opiate agonist/antagonist, use a lower initial dose of the benzodiazepine and titrate to clinical response. UR - https://www.drugguide.com/ddo/view/Davis-Drug-Guide/51455/all/LORazepam Besides ethanol, clinicians should use other anxiolytics, sedatives, and hypnotics cautiously with olanzapine. In general, all benzodiazepines increase the risk of cognitive impairment, delirium, falls, fractures, and motor vehicle accidents in older adults. Avoid lorazepam extended-release capsules and utilize lorazepam immediate-release dosage forms that can be easily titrated. DISCONTINUATION: To discontinue, gradually taper the dose. If concurrent use is necessary, use the lowest effective doses and minimum treatment durations needed to achieve the desired clinical effect. Phenylephrine: (Moderate) The therapeutic effect of phenylephrine may be decreased in patients receiving benzodiazepines. Monoamine oxidase inhibitors: (Moderate) Monitor for unusual drowsiness and sedation during coadministration of benzodiazepines and monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) due to the risk for additive CNS depression. Coadministration of lorazepam with probenecid may cause a more rapid onset or prolonged effect of lorazepam due to increased half-life and decreased total clearance. If concurrent use is necessary, use the lowest effective doses and minimum treatment durations needed to achieve the desired clinical effect. %PDF-1.6 % Monitor patients for decreased pressor effect if these agents are administered concomitantly. Educate patients about the risks and symptoms of respiratory depression and sedation. Taking 7.5 mirtazapine for sleep while tapering If a benzodiazepine is prescribed for an indication other than epilepsy in a patient taking an opiate agonist, use a lower initial dose of the benzodiazepine and titrate to clinical response. (Moderate) Monitor for an increase in lorazepam-related adverse reactions and consider reducing the dose of lorazepam if concomitant use of lorazepam and paritaprevir is necessary. R]PU@Agf'(Jol~u1;e4j?E5k'Ve :W3rRu@1&XE/. For acetaminophen; oxycodone extended-release tablets, start with 1 tablet PO every 12 hours, and for other oxycodone products, use an initial dose of oxycodone at 1/3 to 1/2 the usual dosage. Educate patients about the risks and symptoms of respiratory depression and sedation. Gabapentin: (Major) Concomitant use of benzodiazepines with gabapentin may cause excessive sedation, somnolence, and respiratory depression. Hydrocodone: (Major) Concomitant use of opiate agonists with benzodiazepines may cause respiratory depression, hypotension, profound sedation, and death. Guanabenz can potentiate the effects of CNS depressants such as benzodiazepines, when administered concomitantly. 2 mg PO every 8 hours on days 1 and 2, then 1 mg PO every 8 hours on day 3, then 1 mg PO every 12 hours on day 4, and then 1 mg PO once daily at bedtime on day 5. Educate patients about the risks and symptoms of respiratory depression and sedation. It appears glucuronide conjugation of lorazepam is increased in the presence of combined hormonal oral contraceptives; the clinical significance of this interaction is not determined. Educate patients about the risks and symptoms of respiratory depression and sedation. Particular caution is required in determining the amount of time needed after outpatient procedures or surgery before it is safe for any patient to ambulate. ASHP Recommended Standard Concentrations for Adult Continuous Infusions: 1 mg/mL. @`qhGH[ 4XI3`` ) `uo$!%XvJ8K*21``HbdztiFO#11fe8i'":R u An initial infusion rate of 0.025 to 0.05 mg/kg/hour IV is recommended by some experts. Phenobarbital; Hyoscyamine; Atropine; Scopolamine: (Moderate) Additive CNS and/or respiratory depression may occur with concurrent use. For fluid restricted patients, data suggest that a concentration of 0.5 mg/mL or 1 mg/mL is stable for up to 24 hours and may be used. WebAtivan CIV (lorazepam) Tablets R x only DESCRIPTION Ativan (lorazepam), an antianxiety agent, has the chemical formula, 7-chloro-5-(o-chlorophenyl)-1,3-dihydro-3 If a benzodiazepine must be used in a patient with a history of falls or fractures, consider reducing use of other CNS-active medications that increase the risk of falls and fractures and implement other strategies to reduce fall risk. Ibuprofen; Oxycodone: (Major) Concomitant use of opiate agonists with benzodiazepines may cause respiratory depression, hypotension, profound sedation, and death. (Moderate) The therapeutic effect of phenylephrine may be decreased in patients receiving benzodiazepines. If a benzodiazepine is prescribed for an indication other than epilepsy in a patient taking an opiate agonist, use a lower initial dose of the benzodiazepine and titrate to clinical response. If oxycodone is initiated in a patient taking a benzodiazepine, reduce dosages and titrate to clinical response. Initially, 2 to 3 mg/day PO given in 2 to 3 divided doses. DISCONTINUATION: To discontinue, gradually taper the dose. 81 0 obj <> endobj Diphenhydramine: (Moderate) Coadministration can potentiate the CNS effects (e.g., increased sedation or respiratory depression) of either agent. Use with caution. Vigabatrin: (Moderate) Vigabatrin may cause somnolence and fatigue. Increase gradually as needed and tolerated. Besides ethanol, clinicians should use other anxiolytics, sedatives, and hypnotics cautiously with olanzapine. In patients treated with methadone for opioid use disorder, cessation of benzodiazepines or other CNS depressants is preferred in most cases. <<9DAF66121683604EAC562925FEC14E44>]>> Guanabenz: (Moderate) Guanabenz is associated with sedative effects. Monitor patients for decreased pressor effect if these agents are administered concomitantly. Patient, but requires more intensive counseling and monitoring 3 mg dose of the benzodiazepine agent may be when... 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