Temesta (Lorazepam) 2.5mg – Product Overview
Temesta (Lorazepam) 2.5mg belongs to the benzodiazepine class of medications, acting as a central nervous system depressant to relieve symptoms of anxiety disorders, insomnia, and seizures. The active ingredient, lorazepam, was initially marketed in the United States in 1977 and has since become a widely prescribed treatment option for anxiety management. This formulation provides intermediate-acting anxiolysis with a favourable pharmacokinetic profile, featuring approximately 90% absolute bioavailability when taken orally.
Indications and Uses
Temesta is FDA-approved for several clinical applications: – Short-term relief of anxiety symptoms associated with anxiety disorders
Management of anxiety-related insomnia- Pre-aesthetic medication to relieve anxiety or induce sedation/amnesia – Treatment of status epilepticus (seizure emergencies)- Adjunctive treatment for severe agitation and alcohol withdrawal symptoms
The FDA advises against using benzodiazepines like lorazepam for longer than four weeks due to risks of dependence and tolerance.
Dosage and Administration
Temesta 2.5mg tablets should be taken exactly as prescribed by a healthcare provider. The typical adult dosage for anxiety management ranges from 1-4mg daily, divided into doses. For insomnia, a single 2-4mg dose may be administered at bedtime. Elderly patients may require dose adjustments due to increased sensitivity to effects.
Important administration guidelines:
- Do not exceed prescribed dosage or duration of treatment
- Use proper measuring devices for liquid formulations
- Tablets can be taken with or without food
- Abrupt discontinuation may cause withdrawal symptoms
