Locest
Locest Products are primarily used for
Anxiety disorder, Short term anxiety
About Locest Products
Uses of Locest Products
Lorazepam is used in the treatment of anxiety disorder and short term anxiety.
Locest Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Locest are Injection site pain, Sedation, Fatigue, Muscle weakness, Drowsiness, Dizziness.
How Locest Products work
Lorazepam is a benzodiazepine. It works by increasing the action of a chemical messenger (GABA) which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Patient Concerns about Locest Products
Frequently asked questions about Locest Products
Frequently asked questions about Lorazepam
Q. Is Locest 2mg Tablet an opioid? Is it a habit-forming medicine?
No, Locest 2mg Tablet is not an opioid. It belongs to the benzodiazepine group of medicines and is used for short-term treatment (2-4 weeks) only. It is a habit-forming medicine and can make a person physically and psychologically dependent.
Q. Can Locest 2mg Tablet be used as a sleeping pill?
Locest 2mg Tablet is used for sleeping difficulties caused due to short-term anxiety. One of the very common side effects of Locest 2mg Tablet is drowsiness and sleepiness. It calms the mind, and therefore, helps a person to sleep.
Q. For how long will Locest 2mg Tablet stay in my system?
Locest 2mg Tablet may take around 3 days to get completely removed from the system.
Q. Are there any symptoms that I would experience if I get addicted to Locest 2mg Tablet?
Yes, one of the key signs of Locest 2mg Tablet addiction is feeling uneasy or uncomfortable when you don’t take it. You might also notice a strong urge to take it regularly or feel the need to increase the dose on your own to achieve the same calming effect. These changes could indicate developing dependence and should be discussed with a doctor.
Q. If I suddenly stop taking Locest 2mg Tablet, will it affect me adversely?
Yes, stopping Locest 2mg Tablet suddenly can cause withdrawal symptoms like anxiety, agitation, dizziness, nausea, shaking, hallucinations, or even seizures. To avoid these effects, the dose should be reduced gradually under medical supervision.
Q. Does Locest 2mg Tablet cause weight gain?
The effect of Locest 2mg Tablet on weight gain or loss is not known.
Q. Does Locest 2mg Tablet cause depression?
If you have a history of depression then it may increase the risk of developing depression again. Locest 2mg Tablet should not be used alone in depressed patients because it may cause suicidal tendencies in such patients.
Q. My old uncle is taking Locest 2mg Tablet for sleeplessness associated with anxiety. Can it affect his memory?
Though it is rare, but use of Locest 2mg Tablet can cause memory impairment, which may be more apparent in old age patients.
Q. Are there any harmful effects of taking more than the recommended doses of Locest 2mg Tablet?
Taking more than the recommended dose of Locest 2mg Tablet may cause loss of muscle control, low blood pressure, mental confusion, slow breathing and even coma. If you have taken higher than the recommended dose of Locest 2mg Tablet, seek immediate medical help immediately.