This medicine is used to treat sleep disorders/disturbances.
lormetazepam
This medicine is used to treat sleep disorders/disturbances.
Contradications
Acute pulmonary insufficiency (insufficient pumping by the heart causing backflow of blood to heart), respiratory depression (breathing difficulties), sleep apnea (trouble breathing while asleep), severe mental health issues, and Myasthenia gravis (neuromuscular disorders). Severe liver impairment and as monotherapy to treat depression or anxiety associated with depression.
Side effects
Following are the side effects: Drowsiness, upset stomach, difficulty urinating, muscle weakness, ataxia (degenerative nervous system disorder), confusion, visual disturbances, rash, impaired alertness and dexterity, inability to empty bladder during urination, changes in libido and headache. In rare cases patients may develop jaundice, blood disorders and dependence.
FAQs
What are the uses of Lormetazepam?
How to use Lormetazepam?
This medicine is mostly taken through the mouth. The dosage is dependent on the age, condition and its severity. This medicine is not recommended for children.
How to store this medicine?
This medicine is stored at room temperature. Please keep it away from excessive sunlight, moisture, and children.
What are the side effects of using this medicine?
Following are the side effects: • Drowsiness • Upset stomach • Difficulty urinating • Confusion • Headache
What are the precautions for using this medicine?
Following are the precautions: • Avoid tasks requiring alertness immediately after taking this medicine • Patients with breathing problems must be cautious • Patients with liver and kidney problems must be cautious • Elderly must be cautious
Does this medicine have any effect on pregnancy and lactation?
This medicine should be used cautiously in pregnant women. This medicine is contraindicated in lactating females.
Medicines containing lormetazepam
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