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Lorazepam Flashcards

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Lorazepam trade name

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Ativan

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Lorazepam class

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Benzodiazepine immediate action

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Lorazepam MOA

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Binds with specific GANA type A receptors to potentiate the effects of GABA resulting in sedation and suppression of convulsions

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Lorazepam indications

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Anxiety
Agitation
Drug and alcohol withdrawal
Seizures
Sedation for medical procedures

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Lorazepam contraindications

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Hypersensitivity
Hypotension
Respiratory insufficiency

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Lorazepam side effects

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Hypotension
Dizziness
Co fusion
Maude/ vomiting

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Lorazepam onset/ duration

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Onset 1-5 min
Duration 6-8 hours

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Lorazepam dose

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Adult 2-4 mg. Max 8mg
Pediatric 0.1 mg/kg. Max 0.2mg/kg

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