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Lorazepam

Benzodiazepine

Route: Oral

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52 interactions on record⛔ Black Box Warning

Lorazepam has 52 known drug interactions based on U.S. FDA drug labeling data. Of these, 2 are contraindicated combinations that should be avoided entirely. 15 are classified as major interactions requiring close medical supervision. Notable interactions include combinations with Clozapine, Haloperidol, Alcohol. Patients taking Lorazepam should inform their healthcare provider of all current medications — including over-the-counter drugs and supplements — to avoid potentially harmful combinations. Data sourced from OpenFDA and the NIH National Library of Medicine.

Total
52
Contraindicated
2
Major
15
Moderate
12
Minor
4

Contraindicated (2)

  • Lorazepam + ClozapineConcomitant use may produce marked sedation, excessive salivation, hypotension, ataxia, delirium, and respiratory arrest
  • Lorazepam + HaloperidolApnea, coma, bradycardia, arrhythmia, heart arrest, and death have been reported with concomitant use.

Major (15)

  • Lorazepam + AlcoholProduces increased CNS-depressant effects including respiratory depression and sedation.
  • Lorazepam + AntihistaminesProduces increased CNS-depressant effects including respiratory depression and sedation.
  • Lorazepam + Aripiprazole LauroxilBenzodiazepine that increases sedation intensity and orthostatic hypotension when combined with aripiprazole. Avoid conc
  • Lorazepam + BarbituratesProduces increased CNS-depressant effects including respiratory depression and sedation.
  • Lorazepam + LoxapineRare reports of significant respiratory depression, stupor, and/or hypotension with concomitant use of loxapine and lora
  • Lorazepam + Mao InhibitorsAdditive depression of the central nervous system when administered with lorazepam injection.
  • Lorazepam + Opioid AnalgesicsProduces increased CNS-depressant effects including respiratory depression and sedation.
  • Lorazepam + Oral AnticoagulantsProduces increased CNS-depressant effects including respiratory depression and sedation.
  • Lorazepam + Oral ContraceptivesCoadministration associated with 55% decrease in lorazepam half-life and 50% increase in volume of distribution, resulti
  • Lorazepam + PhenothiazinesAdditive depression of the central nervous system when administered with lorazepam injection.
  • Lorazepam + ProbenecidMay result in more rapid onset or prolonged effect of lorazepam due to increased half-life and decreased total clearance
  • Lorazepam + ScopolamineIncreased incidence of sedation, hallucinations, and irrational behavior observed with concomitant use of injectable lor
  • Lorazepam + Sedative-HypnoticsProduces increased CNS-depressant effects including respiratory depression and sedation.
  • Lorazepam + Topical Local AnestheticsProduces increased CNS-depressant effects including respiratory depression and sedation.
  • Lorazepam + ValproateIncreases plasma concentrations and reduces clearance of lorazepam. Lorazepam dosage should be reduced by approximately

Moderate (12)

Minor (4)

Lorazepam + Carbamazepineℹ️Unknown

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Data sourced from U.S. FDA drug labeling via openFDA and the NIH National Library of Medicine. For informational purposes only. Always consult your pharmacist or physician.