Joint Formulary & PAD

Lorazepam - Alcohol withdrawal

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Status 1

Red
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Associated Icons :
CD
Off Label
Restrictions / Comments :
Important

SASH - for use in patients with decompensated liver disease.

Tablets may be used sublingually.

 

Status 2

Red
Formulations :
  • Injection
Associated Icons :
SPC
Restrictions / Comments :
Important

SASH- If patient presents with delirium tremens and oral lorazepam is ineffective, parenteral lorazepam can be given.

Documentation

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PAD Profile

ChemicalSubstance :
Lorazepam
Indication :
Alcohol withdrawal
Group Name :
Keywords :
Brand Names Include :
Important Information :
Latest Additions Date From :
Latest Additions Date To :
Guidelines :
Supporting Documents :
0
Traffic Light Entries :
2

Committee Recommendations (0)

  • No records returned.

Other Indications

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Other Drugs

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