Benzodiazepine
What to do if you miss a dose of Lorazepam
Missing a dose of Lorazepam (Lorazepam) is common — most people will skip a dose at some point during a course. The right action depends on how long since the missed dose and whether Lorazepam is taken event-driven or daily at 0.5mg, 1mg, 2mg. The wrong action — doubling up — is not recommended.
For daily Lorazepam
If Lorazepam is taken daily for a chronic condition, take the missed dose as soon as you remember, unless it is almost time for the next scheduled dose. In that case skip the missed dose and continue normally. According to the prescribing information for Lorazepam, two doses should never be taken close together to "make up" for a miss.
For event-driven Lorazepam
If Lorazepam is used as needed (not on a fixed schedule), there is no "missed dose" in the conventional sense — simply take the planned dose when needed and observe the recommended gap before re-dosing. Lorazepam binds the benzodiazepine site of the GABA-A receptor and allosterically enhances the action of the inhibitory neurotransmitter GABA.
Frequently asked questions
Should I double the dose if I missed Lorazepam? ▾
No. Doubling doses of Lorazepam to compensate is not recommended at any 0.5mg, 1mg, 2mg strength and increases the risk of side effects without improving efficacy. Take the next scheduled dose normally.
How many missed doses are too many? ▾
Occasional missed doses of Lorazepam are usually inconsequential. Repeated missed doses can compromise the therapeutic effect — for chronic conditions like those treated with Benzodiazepine, consistent dosing matters. If adherence is hard, discuss reminders, simpler schedules or alternative formulations with the prescriber.
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