Lopez Injection 2ml

Introduction About LOPEZ INJECTION

LOPEZ INJECTION contains Lorazepam, which belongs to the group of medicines called Antianxiety agents. It is used to relieve anxiety, muscle tension, and excitement or agitation and controls convulsions (fits). LOPEZ INJECTION can also be used as a pre-medication before any operation or prolonged investigations.

Anxiety is an emotion characterized by feelings of tension, worried and intrusive thoughts, and physical changes like increased blood pressure, sweating, trembling and dizziness. Your doctor might ask you to make some lifestyle changes, such as having healthy sleeping and eating habits and managing stress through meditation.

LOPEZ INJECTION is not recommended for use in patients having lung or liver diseases, myasthenia gravis (very weak or tired muscles), and sleep apnoea (breathing problems while sleeping). It should be used with caution in patients who have kidney diseases, habitual excessive use of drugs or alcohol, personality disorders, depression, history of psychotic illness, history of convulsions, and glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye).

LOPEZ INJECTION must be used with caution in pregnant women. LOPEZ INJECTION is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. LOPEZ INJECTION should be used with caution in elderly patients. LOPEZ INJECTION should not be used in children below 12 years of age.

The most common side effects of receiving this medicine are sedation (sleepiness), drowsiness, lack of energy, confusion dizziness, muscle weakness, or depression. Consult your doctor if any of your symptoms get worse or persist.

Uses Of LOPEZ INJECTION

Relieves:

• anxiety
• muscle tension
• excitement or agitation

Controls:

• convulsions (fits)

Used as a pre-medication:

• surgery
• prolonged investigations

How LOPEZ INJECTION Works

LOPEZ INJECTION acts on certain centres located in the central nervous system. It aids in increasing the levels of a calming chemical in the brain which can make you feel calm, relaxed and relieved.

How to use LOPEZ INJECTION

LOPEZ INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse into a vein or a muscle as an intravenous or intramuscular infusion respectively. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, disease condition and body weight.

Side Effects Of LOPEZ INJECTION

How To Manage Side Effects

Nausea:

Receive this medicine with, or just after meals. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating rich or spicy food. Ask for your doctor’s advice if your symptoms do not improve.

Drowsiness:

Take adequate sleep. Do not involve in rigorous activities. Do not interfere with your sleep cycle. Ask for your doctor’s advice if your symptoms do not improve.

Warning & Precautions

Pregnancy

LOPEZ INJECTION should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult with your doctor before receiving it.

Breastfeeding

LOPEZ INJECTION should be used with caution in breastfeeding women as it may pass through breast milk. Consult your doctor before receiving it.

Driving and Using Machines

Do not drive or use machinery if you feel sleepy or dizzy after receiving LOPEZ INJECTION.

Alcohol

Avoid the use of alcohol for at least 24 to 48 hours after receiving LOPEZ INJECTION.

Kidney

LOPEZ INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases such as impaired renal function. Your doctor might prescribe lower doses for you. Consult your doctor before receiving LOPEZ INJECTION.

Liver

LOPEZ INJECTION is not recommended for use in patients with liver diseases such as severe hepatic impairment. Lower doses may be used in patients who have mild to moderate hepatic insufficiency. Consult your doctor before receiving LOPEZ INJECTION.

Allergy

Before receiving LOPEZ INJECTION, inform your doctor if you are allergic to Lorazepam.

Lungs

LOPEZ INJECTION is not recommended for use in patients having lung diseases such as severe breathing or chest problems. It should be used with caution in patients having other breathing issues. Consult with your doctor before receiving LOPEZ INJECTION.

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug Interactions:

Inform your physician if you are taking any of the following drugs before receiving LOPEZ INJECTION:

• sedatives such as zolpidem, eszopiclone, anti-anxiety drugs such as citalopram, antidepressants such as paroxetine, sertraline, chlorpromazine, clozapine and haloperidol (used to manage depression, anxiety, mood disorders, sleep disturbances)
• methadone, opioids such as codeine, oxymorphone (used to manage severe pain)
• sodium valproate (used to manage epilepsy)
• antihistamines such as cetirizine, and loratadine (used to manage allergies)
• theophylline, aminophylline (used to manage respiratory diseases)
• probenecid (used to manage gout)
• scopolamine (used in motion sickness and surgeries)

Overdosage:

LOPEZ INJECTION will be administered to you only by a doctor or a nurse in a hospital, so it is unlikely to receive an overdose. However, consult your doctor or nurse if you experience any unusual symptoms.

Synopsis

More Information

• Keep LOPEZ INJECTION out of reach from children
• Store at room temperature below 25°C

FAQs About LOPEZ INJECTION

What is LOPEZ INJECTION and why is it prescribed?

LOPEZ INJECTION contains Lorazepam, which belongs to the group of medicines called Antianxiety agents. It is used to relieve anxiety, muscle tension, and excitement or agitation and controls convulsions (fits). LOPEZ INJECTION can also be used as a pre-medication before any operation or prolonged investigation.

Can I stop receiving LOPEZ INJECTION if I start to feel better?

You must not stop receiving LOPEZ INJECTION until and unless your doctor asks you to. LOPEZ INJECTION should be gradually stopped. On stopping LOPEZ INJECTION you may experience headaches, muscle or stomach pains, tension, depression, anxiety, restlessness, sweating, sleep problems, confusion, or irritability. If at all you wish to discontinue the medicine, ask for your doctor’s advice.

Does LOPEZ INJECTION affects my ability to drive?

LOPEZ INJECTION may make you sleepy or dizzy. Do not drive or use machinery for 24 to 48 hours if you feel sleepy or dizzy after receiving LOPEZ INJECTION. You can resume your activities once you feel normal again.

Can LOPEZ INJECTION be used in children?

LOPEZ INJECTION is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age. Also, it is not recommended for use in children for anxiety and sleeping problems. Consult with your doctor before using it for your child.

Is LOPEZ INJECTION safe to use in elderly patients?

LOPEZ INJECTION should be used with caution in elderly patients. Your doctor might prescribe you with lower doses. Consult with your doctor before receiving LOPEZ INJECTION.

Can LOPEZ INJECTION be given to pregnant and breastfeeding women?

LOPEZ INJECTION should be used with caution in pregnant women as it may cause damage to the foetus and also in breastfeeding women as it may pass through breast milk. Consult your doctor before receiving LOPEZ INJECTION.

References

1. KD Tripathi. Drugs Acting on Central Nervous System. Essentials of medical pharmacology. Eighth edition. 2018. Page – 410.

2. NIH National Library of Medicine, National center for biotechnology information. Pubchem. Lorazepam. [Accessed on 16th August 2022] https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Lorazepam

3. Medochemie Ltd. Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC). [Revised in February 2021]. [Accessed on 16th August 2022] https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.12318.pdf

Author Details

Written By Dr. Dhivakaran R - BDS

Reviewed For Accuracy By Dr. Aravindan Balachandran - MBBS, MD (Psychiatry)

Last updated on 26 Oct 2022 | 04:36 PM(IST)