Lorazepam

Question 1

Lorazepam trade name

Answer 1

Ativan

Question 2

Lorazepam class

Answer 2

Benzodiazepine immediate action

Question 3

Lorazepam MOA

Answer 3

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

Question 4

Lorazepam indications

Answer 4

Anxiety
Agitation
Drug and alcohol withdrawal
Seizures
Sedation for medical procedures

Question 5

Lorazepam contraindications

Answer 5

Hypersensitivity
Hypotension
Respiratory insufficiency

Question 6

Lorazepam side effects

Answer 6

Hypotension
Dizziness
Co fusion
Maude/ vomiting

Question 7

Lorazepam onset/ duration

Answer 7

Onset 1-5 min
Duration 6-8 hours

Question 8

Lorazepam dose

Answer 8

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