Serious side effects and warnings Olanzapine carries aBoxed warningfor an increased risk of death in elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis. Anincreased risk of death, strokes, or “mini-strokes”called transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) have been reported in elderly people taking olanzapine ...
you have a history of allergic reaction to any benzodiazepine (alprazolam,lorazepam,diazepam,Ativan,Valium,Versed,Klonopin, and others). To make sure Xanax is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had: breathing problems; drug or alcohol addiction; ...
For elderly or debilitated patients, an initial dosage of 1 to 2 mg/day in divided doses is recommended, to be adjusted as needed and tolerated. The dosage of Ativan (lorazepam) should be increased gradually when needed to help avoid adverse effects. When higher dosage is indicated, the ev...
For elderly or debilitated patients, an initial dosage of 1 to 2 mg/day in divided doses is recommended, to be adjusted as needed and tolerated. The dosage of Ativan (lorazepam) should be increased gradually when needed to help avoid adverse effects. When higher dosage is indicated, the ev...
In general, dose selection for elderly patients should be cautious, keeping in mind the greater frequency of decreased hepatic, renal, or cardiac function, and of concomitant disease or other drug therapy. Hepatic Impairment ATRIPLA is not recommended for patients with moderate or severe hepatic ...
Biaxin (clarithromycin) is a macrolide antibiotic prescribed for certain bacterial infections including skin and middle ear infections, tonsillitis, throat infections, laryngitis, pneumonia, and tuberculosis. Biaxin is available in generic form. What Are Side Effects of Biaxin? Biaxin may cause seriou...
Your doctor may evaluate your health and the need for continued treatment prior to extending the use of this medicine Short-Term Effects See “What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Lorazepam?” Long-Term Effects Do not withdraw abruptly after prolonged use; terminate dosage gradually ...
For elderly or debilitated patients, an initial dosage of 1 to 2 mg/day in divided doses is recommended, to be adjusted as needed and tolerated. The dosage of Ativan (lorazepam) should be increased gradually when needed to help avoid adverse effects. When higher dosage is indicated, the ev...
Zyprexa may cause serious side effects such as an increased risk of death or stroke in elderly patients with dementia, a higher risk of suicide when taken with fluoxetine, metabolic changes, tardive dyskinesia, low blood pressure, and blood cell disorders. See the warnings below for a full ...
Comments:-The 15 mg dose can be increased to 30 mg if necessary for efficacy.-The lowest effective dose should be used, since important adverse effects are dose related.-Dosage should be limited to 15 mg per day in elderly or debilitated patients.Use: Treatment of insomnia...