LOZEM-1MG TABLETS is used to treat epilepsy (status epilepticus) and anxiety disorder. LOZEM-1MG TABLETS may be prescribed as short-term therapy for sleeping difficulties due to anxiety. It may also be used as a sedative prior to surgery. An anxiety disorder is a mental health disorder characterised by feelings of excessive fear or worry that affect an individual's daily activities. Epilepsy is a chronic disorder characterised by episodes of seizures (fits). 

LOZEM-1MG TABLETS contains lorazepam, which works by increasing levels of the calming chemical mediator known as gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the brain; this helps relieve anxiety, stops seizure attacks (fits) and relaxes the tense muscles.

Take LOZEM-1MG TABLETS exactly as prescribed. The common side effects of LOZEM-1MG TABLETS are sleepiness, tiredness, muscle weakness and problems with coordination. Most of these side effects of LOZEM-1MG TABLETS do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Do not take LOZEM-1MG TABLETS if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform your doctor if you have lung disease, muscle weakness (myasthenia gravis), sleeping disorder, severe liver disease, or problems with alcohol or other recreational drugs. LOZEM-1MG TABLETS is a habit-forming drug, and hence, there is a risk of dependence on this medicine. Before stopping this medicine, contact a doctor as it may cause withdrawal symptoms like anxiety, increased heart rate, tremors or general unwell feeling.

LOZEM-1MG TABLETS belongs to a group of medications called benzodiazepine, primarily used to treat epilepsy (fits) and anxiety disorder. LOZEM-1MG TABLETS contains lorazepam, which works by increasing levels of the chemical mediator that calms brain cells (neurons), known as gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA); this helps relieve anxiety, stops seizure attacks (fits) and relaxes tense muscles. Additionally, LOZEM-1MG TABLETS may be prescribed as short-term therapy for sleeping difficulties due to anxiety. It may also be used as a sedative prior to surgery.

Inform your doctor if you have had severe breathing problems, are allergic to lorazepam or other related benzodiazepines, have muscle weakness (myasthenia gravis), serious liver problems, breathing problems, or glaucoma (high blood pressure in eyes), are breastfeeding, pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid using LOZEM-1MG TABLETS with opioid medicines as it can cause severe drowsiness, breathing problems, coma, and death. LOZEM-1MG TABLETS should be taken with extreme caution in patients with a history of alcohol or drug abuse. If you feel suicidal thoughts, difficulty in concentration, sleep disturbances, dizziness, or sleepiness, let your doctor know about this.