PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially: kidney problems, liver problems, lung problems, glaucoma, muscle disorders, depression or psychiatric conditions, substance abuse problems, any allergies. This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy; avoid alcoholic beverages and use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery. Elderly patients may be more sensitive to the effects of this medication. Use with caution. This drug is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor for more details. Lorazepam passes into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast- feeding.

DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription medications you may use, especially: narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine), sedatives, tranquilizers, sleeping pills, drugs used for mental/emotional conditions, seizure medications (e.g., carbamazepine, phenytoin, valproic acid), antihistamines that cause drowsiness (e.g., diphenhydramine), scopolamine, probenecid, muscle relaxants. Check the labels on all your medicines (e.g., cough-and-cold products) because they may contain drowsiness-causing ingredients. Ask your pharmacist about the safe use of those products. Avoid the use of alcohol while using lorazepam because extreme drowsiness can occur. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. Symptoms of overdose may include confusion, slow reflexes, clumsiness, deep sleep, and loss of consciousness.