Lopovib 2 Tablet

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Vibcare Pharma Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient	Lorazepam (2mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Benzodiazepines Derivative
Habit Forming	Yes
Therapeutic Class	NEURO CNS
Action Class	Benzodiazepines
User Rating	4.5
User Reviews	699

FAQ

My old uncle is taking Lopovib 2 for sleeplessness associated with anxiety. Can it affect his memory?

Though it is rare, but use of Lopovib 2 can cause memory impairment, which may be more apparent in old age patients.

If I suddenly stop taking Lopovib 2, will it affect me adversely?

You should reduce the dose of Lopovib 2 gradually before completely stopping it. Suddenly stopping it may lead to withdrawal symptoms which include loss of the sense of reality, feeling detached from life, and unable to feel emotion. Some patients have also experienced numbness or tingling in the arms or legs, tinnitus (ringing sounds in the ears), uncontrolled or overactive movements, twitching, shaking, feeling sick, being sick, stomach upsets or stomach pain, loss of appetite, agitation and abnormally fast heart beats. It can also cause panic attacks, dizziness or feeling faint, memory loss, hallucinations, feeling stiff and unable to move easily, feeling very warm, convulsions (sudden uncontrolled shaking or jerking of the body) and oversensitivity to light, sound and touch.

Can Lopovib 2 be used as a sleeping pill?

Lopovib 2 is used for sleeping difficulties caused due to short-term anxiety. One of the very common side effects of Lopovib 2 is drowsiness and sleepiness. It calms the mind, and therefore, helps a person to sleep.

Does Lopovib 2 cause depression?

If you have a history of depression then it may increase the risk of developing depression again. Lopovib 2 should not be used alone in depressed patients because it may cause suicidal tendencies in such patients.

For how long will Lopovib 2 stay in my system?

Lopovib 2 may take around 3 days to get completely removed from the system.

Are there any symptoms that I would experience if I get addicted to Lopovib 2?

The most important symptom of addiction is that you may feel unpleasant if you do not take Lopovib 2. Another symptom could be that you may increase the dose on your own to feel its effect.

Are there any harmful effects of taking more than the recommended doses of Lopovib 2?

Taking more than the recommended dose of Lopovib 2 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 Lopovib 2, seek immediate medical help immediately.

Does Lopovib 2 cause weight gain?

The effect of Lopovib 2 on weight gain or loss is not known.

Is Lopovib 2 an opioid? Is it a habit-forming medicine?

No, Lopovib 2 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.

Lopovib 2 Tablet Reviews

Lopovib 2 is a prescription medicine used to treat symptoms of short term anxiety and anxiety disorders. It helps to decrease the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells and calms the brain.

Lopovib 2 is taken by mouth with or without food. Take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor as it has a high potential of habit-forming. If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to the doctor as it may increase seizure frequency.

Some common side effects of this medicine include fatigue and balance disorder. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.

How Lopovib 2 Tablet Works

Lopovib 2 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.

How to Use Lopovib 2 Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lopovib 2 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Lopovib 2 Tablet

In Treatment of Anxiety disorder: Lopovib 2 helps relieve symptoms of many anxiety disorders including obsessive-compulsive disorder and generalised anxiety disorder by increasing the level of a chemical called GABA in your brain. This prevents abnormal symptoms of anxiety such as restlessness, tiredness, difficulty concentrating, feeling irritable and sleep problems. It helps you feel calm with a better ability to deal with problems. Exercise and a healthy diet can also improve your mood. Keep taking the medicine until your doctor advises you to stop.
In Treatment of Short term anxiety: Lopovib 2 reduces the symptoms of excessive anxiety and worry that may arise in stressful conditions such as an exam or job interview. It can also reduce feelings of restlessness, tiredness, difficulty concentrating and feeling irritable. This will therefore help you go about your daily activities more easily and be more productive. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well. Stopping suddenly can cause serious problems.

Uses of Lopovib 2 Tablet

Treatment of Short term anxiety
Treatment of Anxiety disorder

Lopovib 2 Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Lopovib 2 is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.Lopovib 2 should be used for short periods and sleepiness of the baby should be watched. The withdrawal of Lopovib 2 should be gradual.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Lopovib 2 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Lopovib 2 is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Liver ^CAUTION

Lopovib 2 should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lopovib 2 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Lopovib 2 is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

Kidney ^CAUTION

Lopovib 2 should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lopovib 2 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lopovib 2.

Quick Tips

Avoid consuming alcohol as it may increase dizziness and drowsiness.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Do not stop taking medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as that may lead to nausea, anxiety, agitation, flu-like symptoms, sweating, tremor, and confusion.
It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
The addiction / habit-forming potential of this medicine is very high. Take it only as per the dose and duration advised by your doctor

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