Difference between revisions of "Ativan : Lorazepam"
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− | [http://archinte.ama-assn.org/cgi/content/full/163/22/2716 Donna M. Fick, PhD, RN, et al. Updating the Beers Criteria for Potentially Inappropriate Medication Use in Older Adults:Results of a US Consensus Panel of Experts. Archives of | + | [http://archinte.ama-assn.org/cgi/content/full/163/22/2716 Donna M. Fick, PhD, RN, et al. Updating the Beers Criteria for Potentially Inappropriate Medication Use in Older Adults:Results of a US Consensus Panel of Experts. Archives of Internal Medicine. 2003;163:2716-2724] |
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Concerns and Rules - Ativan:Lorazepam
Because of increased sensitivity to benzoadiazepines in elderly patients, smaller doses may be effective as well as safer. Total daily dosesshould rarely exceed the suggested maximums |
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