Monitor Closely (1)lorazepam increases and lisdexamfetamine decreases sedation. lorazepam and thiothixene both increase sedation. Monitor Closely (1)cyproheptadine and lorazepam both increase sedation. Rapid onset of 3 to 10 minutes advantageous in severely agitated violent patients. Use Caution/Monitor. Use Caution/Monitor. Use Caution/Monitor. Drug Usual IV Dose* Approximate PO Dose* PO to IV Considerations/Comments Reference digoxin 0.1 -0.4 mg IV Q 24 H 0.125 -0.5 mg PO Q 24 H Oral bioavailability about 80% for tablets and liquid 1,2 dimenhyDRINATE 25-50 mg IV 25-50 mg PO Conversion of IV to PO is 1:1 cannabidiol will increase the level or effect of lorazepam by decreasing metabolism. Benzodiazepine and alcohol can have a synergistic interaction, leading to CNS depression and death. For more information, please refer to our Privacy Policy. Use lowest dose possible and monitor for respiratory depression and sedation. endobj
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Use Caution/Monitor. Use Caution/Monitor. pentobarbital and lorazepam both increase sedation. Use lowest dose possible and monitor for respiratory depression and sedation. lorazepam, sodium oxybate. Monitor Closely (1)lorazepam and methadone both increase sedation. Sedative hypnotic with short onset of effects and relatively long half-life; by increasing the action of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), which is a major inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain, lorazepam may depress all levels of the CNS, including limbic and reticular formation, Onset: 1-3 min (IV in sedation); 15-30 min (IM in hypnosis), Peak plasma time: 2 hr (tablets); 14 hr (capsules); <3 hr (IM), Peak plasma concentration: 41 ng/mL (tablets); 25 ng/mL (capsules, Trough concentration: 29 ng/mL (tablets); 25 ng/mL (capsules), AUC: 765 ngh/mL (tablets); 695 ngh/mL (capsules), Vd: 1.9 L/kg (adolescents); 1.3 L/kg (adults); 0.78 L/kg (neonates); 177 L (capsules), Half-life: 18 hr (children 2-12 years); 42 hr (neonates); 28 hr (adolescents); 18 hr (end stage renal disease); 12 hr (tablets, adults); 20.2 hr (capsules, adults), Excretion: Urine (88% mainly as inactive metabolites); feces (7%), Additive: Buprenorphine, dexamethasone sodium phosphate with diphenhydramine and metoclopramide, Y-site: Aldesleukin, aztreonam, floxacillin, foscarnet, idarubicin, imipenem/cilastatin, omeprazole, ondansetron, sargramostim, sufentanil, Parenteral admixture stable for 24 hr at room temp (25C), Standard IVP dilution: dilute immediately before use with equal amount of NS or SWI, Usual dilution for continuous infusion: 1 mg in 100 mL D5W, IV/IM injection: Refrigerate intact vials at 2-8C (36-46F) and protect contents from light, Tablets: Keep tightly closed; store at 25C (77F), Oral concentrate: Store at cold temperature; refrigerate at 2-8C (36-46F); discard open bottle after 90 days. Eqwgo/>-L5vw~)U3x&?&SffpXq/kaKYk\ Serious - Use Alternative (1)lorazepam and olopatadine intranasal both increase sedation. Reserve concomitant prescribing of these drugs in patients for whom other treatment options are inadequate. Profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death may result if coadministered. Dosage adjustments of suvorexant and concomitant CNS depressants may be necessary. Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Patient demographics, benzodiazepine dose escalations, as needed benzodiazepine requirements, and severe adverse events within 48 hours of conversion were assessed. Minor (1)lorazepam decreases effects of succinylcholine by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. WebNot technically IV = PO but if pt. Monitor Closely (1)lorazepam and oxymorphone both increase sedation. Please try again soon. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. 1999 Feb;27(2):417-21. doi: 10.1097/00003246-199902000-00052. Either increases effects of the other by sedation. Limit dosages and durations to the minimum required. Use Caution/Monitor. Monitor Closely (1)cannabidiol will increase the level or effect of lorazepam by decreasing metabolism. Monitor Closely (1)lorazepam and ziconotide both increase sedation. Minor/Significance Unknown. lorazepam and amitriptyline both increase sedation. Monitor Closely (1)lorazepam and daridorexant both increase sedation. Withdrawal Assessment Tool-Version 1 scores were compared pre and post benzodiazepine conversion. Individual plans may vary Use Caution/Monitor. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. lorazepam increases and pirbuterol decreases sedation. Monitor Closely (1)lorazepam and lofexidine both increase sedation. Profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death may result if coadministered. Use Caution/Monitor. Bookshelf Monitor Closely (1)lurasidone, lorazepam. Use Caution/Monitor. Use Caution/Monitor. Use Caution/Monitor. sevelamer decreases levels of lorazepam by increasing elimination. Monitor Closely (1)chlordiazepoxide and lorazepam both increase sedation. moxifloxacin increases levels of lorazepam by decreasing metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. brexanolone, lorazepam. We're going to present a definitive benzo conversion chart, benzodiazepines classification, and the details of every drug's mode of action. Use Caution/Monitor. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. clonidine, lorazepam. Use Caution/Monitor. BZ&Ap^b?UC@60ak Minor (1)lorazepam decreases levels of cyanocobalamin by inhibition of GI absorption. Use Caution/Monitor. Use Caution/Monitor. Use Caution/Monitor. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. lorazepam and tramadol both increase sedation. If a benzodiazepine must be used for an indication other than seizures, lower the benzodiazepine initial dose and cautiously titrate to clinical response. Use Caution/Monitor. Minor/Significance Unknown. In many, but not all of these cases, buprenorphine was misused by self-injection. Profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death may result if coadministered. Monitor closely for signs of respiratory depression and sedation. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. lorazepam increases and terbutaline decreases sedation. Use Caution/Monitor. Use Caution/Monitor. Use Caution/Monitor. Use Caution/Monitor. Use Caution/Monitor. Webdocumenting the conversion using the IV to PO conversion category. Use Caution/Monitor. lorazepam increases and phentermine decreases sedation. Use Caution/Monitor. Use Caution/Monitor. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Overdose is less probable; and, most of all. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor. Minor/Significance Unknown. Use Caution/Monitor. Withdrawal symptoms may sometimes last weeks to months. lorazepam and trimipramine both increase sedation. Barr J, Zomorodi K, Bertaccini EJ, Shafer SL, Geller E. Anesthesiology. lorazepam and shepherd's purse both increase sedation. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Web0.18 mg/kg/hour 0.15 mg/kg/dose IV/PO Q4H 0.1-0.15 mg/kg/dose IV Q2-4H PRN 0.24 mg/kg/hour 0.25 mg/kg/dose IV/PO Q4H 0.15-0.25 mg/kg/dose IV Q2-4H PRN Withdrawal Minimization Dosing Guideline Table Benzodiazepines: Lorazepam IV : PO = 1 : 1 Lorazepam Intermittent Dosing at Intervals Other Than Q4H Should be Converted to lorazepam and pentazocine both increase sedation. Minor (1)lorazepam decreases effects of rapacuronium by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Minor/Significance Unknown. lorazepam increases and fenfluramine decreases sedation. The table below lets you compare the mode of action of all popular benzos; are you looking for a clonazepam vs. Xanax comparison? lorazepam and tapentadol both increase sedation. Use Caution/Monitor. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Monitor closely for signs of respiratory depression and sedation. Unauthorized use of these marks is strictly prohibited. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. lorazepam and hydromorphone both increase sedation. Coadministration increases risk of CNS depression, which can lead to additive impairment of psychomotor performance and cause daytime impairment. Dosage adjustment may be necessary if lemborexant is coadministered with other CNS depressants because of potentially additive effects. Monitor Closely (1)lorazepam and tapentadol both increase sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Minor/Significance Unknown. 0000004769 00000 n
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Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor. An IM dose of 10 mg can be administered every 4 hours if needed for alcohol withdrawal. difelikefalin and lorazepam both increase sedation. Direct URL citations appear in the printed text and are provided in the HTML and PDF versions of this article on the journals website (http://journals.lww.com/pccmjournal). lorazepam and clozapine both increase sedation. To evaluate if institutionally established calculations for transitioning continuous IV midazolam to enteral benzodiazepines maintain Withdrawal Assessment ToolVersion 1 scores equal to or less than preconversion values. \x}qV^5gycZz}.G 1-qswCak 2%GwmA9Ya
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Theoretical interaction; some species of sage may cause convulsions. Bellantuono C, Tofani S, Di Sciascio G, et al. Use Caution/Monitor. Monitor Closely (1)triprolidine and lorazepam both increase sedation. Use Caution/Monitor. Monitor Closely (2)lorazepam, loxapine. Monitor Closely (1)lorazepam and chloral hydrate both increase sedation. Monitor Closely (1)lorazepam and difenoxin hcl both increase sedation. Use Caution/Monitor. Minor/Significance Unknown. Use Caution/Monitor. Monitor Closely (1)cenobamate, lorazepam. lorazepam and melatonin both increase sedation. lorazepam and eucalyptus both increase sedation. Use Caution/Monitor. Minor/Significance Unknown. Lugo RA, Chester EA, Cash J, Grant MJ, Vernon DD. In. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. The benzodiazepine conversion calculator is an ultimate solution to any dosage problems you might encounter while switching from one drug of this type to another. Use Caution/Monitor. Objectives: Use Caution/Monitor. Monitor Closely (1)lorazepam increases and methylenedioxymethamphetamine decreases sedation. STORAGE: Store at room temperature away from light and moisture. Minor/Significance Unknown. amobarbital and lorazepam both increase sedation. Official website of the Johns Hopkins Antibiotic (ABX), HIV, Diabetes, and Psychiatry Guides, powered by Unbound Medicine. lorazepam and flibanserin both increase sedation. Increased CNS depression. Profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death may result if coadministered. Use Caution/Monitor. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration increases risk of CNS depression, which can lead to additive impairment of psychomotor performance and cause daytime impairment. perampanel and lorazepam both increase sedation. lorazepam increases and diethylpropion decreases sedation. Monitor Closely (1)lorazepam and orphenadrine both increase sedation. Use Caution/Monitor. Minor/Significance Unknown. Monitor Closely (1)lorazepam and alfentanil both increase sedation. Monitor Closely (1)ketamine and lorazepam both increase sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. dichlorphenamide, lorazepam. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Use Caution/Monitor. Use Caution/Monitor. Use Caution/Monitor. WebTo make simple unit conversions, select the starting units with the pull-down selector on the right. Use Caution/Monitor. SIDE EFFECTS: See also Warning section.Drowsiness, dizziness, loss of coordination, headache, nausea, blurred vision, change in sexual interest/ability, constipation, heartburn, or change in appetite may occur. Sonne J, Loft S, Dssing M, et al. MEDICAL ALERT: Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. Minor (1)lorazepam decreases levels of acetaminophen IV by increasing metabolism. Monitor Closely (1)lorazepam and meperidine both increase sedation. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. lorazepam and amoxapine both increase sedation. Initial: 2-3 mg PO q8-12hr PRN; not to exceed 10 mg/day, Maintenance: 2-6 mg/day PO divided q8-12hr, Indicated for anxiety disorders in adults who are receiving stable, evenly divided, TID dosing with lorazepam tablets, Recommended dose: Administer capsule PO qAM; dose equals the total daily dose of previously administered lorazepam tablets, Dosage adjustment: Discontinue Loreev XR and switch to lorazepam tablets to adjust dosage, 0.02-0.06 mg/kg intermittent IV q2-6hr PRN, OR, 0.01-0.1 mg/kg/hr continuous IV; not to exceed 10 mg/hr, IV/IM: Use with caution in mild-to-moderate impairment; not recommended in severe impairment or renal failure, IV/IM (prolonged periods or high doses): Monitor; risk of propylene glycol toxicity, PO: No dose adjustment recommended in mild-to-moderate impairment; use with caution (may require lower dose) in severe impairment, IV/IM: Use with caution in mild-to-moderate impairment; not recommended in severe impairment of hepatic failure, calcium/magnesium/potassium/sodium oxybates, Concomitant use of benzodiazepines and opioids may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death, Reserve concomitant prescribing of these drugs for use in patients for whom alternative treatment options are inadequate, Limit dosages and durations to the minimum required, Follow patients for signs and symptoms of respiratory depression and sedation, On September 2020, FDA addressed serious risks of benzodiazepine addiction, abuse, and misuse, which can lead to overdose and death, Abuse and misuse of benzodiazepines commonly involve concomitant use of other medications, alcohol, and/or illicit substances, which is associated with an increased frequency of serious adverse outcomes; before prescribing and throughout treatment, assess each patients risk for abuse, misuse, and addiction, Physical dependence can occur when taken steadily for several days to weeks, even as prescribed, Risks of dependence and withdrawal increase with longer treatment duration and higher daily dose; although injection is indicated only for intermittent use, if used more frequently than recommended, abrupt discontinuation or rapid dosage reduction may precipitate acute withdrawal reactions, including seizures, which can be life-threatening; use gradual taper when discontinuing therapy to reduce withdrawal reactions risk, Assess each patients risk prior to prescribing and monitor regularly for the development of these conditions, Published animal studies demonstrate that administration of anesthetic and sedation drugs that block NMDA receptors and/or potentiate GABA activity increase neuronal apoptosis in developing brain and result in long-term cognitive deficits when used for longer than 3 hours; repeated exposure may also result in negative effects on fetal or young childrens brain development, Caution with use during surgeries or procedures in children younger than 3 yr or in pregnant women during their third trimester, Assess the risk:benefit ratio in these populations, especially for prolonged procedures (ie, >3 hr) or multiple procedures, Prior to use, dilute injection solution with an equal amount of compatible diluent (D5W, NS, SWFI), Administer IV injection slowly, directly into a vein or into tubing of a free-flowing, compatible IV infusion (eg, NS, D5W), at no more than 2 mg/min, Validate patent venous catheter with repeated aspiration during infusion to visualize venous blood return, Inadvertent intra-arterial injection may produce arteriospasm resulting in gangrene, potentially requiring amputation, Rapid IV infusion may result in apnea, bradycardia, hypotension, cardiac arrest, Continuous infusion solutions should have an in-line filter and should be checked frequently for possible precipitation, Emergency resuscitative equipment should be available when administering IV, Capsule may be opened and entire contents sprinkled onto a tablespoon of applesauce, Swallow within 2 hours of mixing; do not store mixture for future use, Drink a glass of water after swallowing mixture, Gradually taper dose to reduce risk of withdrawal reactions, If withdrawal reactions occur, consider pausing the taper or increasing the dosage to the previous tapered dosage level; subsequently decrease dosage more slowly. 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