Ativan and the elderly
[DOC File]MEDICAL CARE FOR THE DEMENTIA PATIENT
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Small doses of short half-life benzodiazepines, like Ativan, can be used for inpatient management of acute agitation but these medications increase risk of delirium and falls. Serious medical complications from lithium include diabetes insipidus, renal failure, hypothyroidism, and exacerbation of cardiac disease (e.g., sick sinus syndrome).
[DOC File]Elderly Bipolar Patients
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(Ativan®) Very potent! 2-3 minutes to get into brain, stops seizures in ~5 min, t½ in brain = 12-15 h (much longer than diazepam, so may be preferred). Directly conjugated (skips phases I and II of metabolism), so OK for elderly and hepatic disease. Problems w/ w/d & dependency Anxiety, anxiety a/w depression. DOC for status epilepticus
Ativan: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects & Warnings
Elderly males have high rates of benign prostatic hypertrophy that results in urinary retention or infections. Elderly females can develop unrecognized UTI’s or post menopausal thinning of the vaginal mucosa that result in pain or discomfort. ... Administration of 0.5 mg of Ativan 30-45 minutes prior to the test usually provides sufficient ...
[DOC File]BENZODIAZEPINES
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Nov 10, 2017 · Ativan (lorazepam) Oral: 0.5 - 10mg per day usually in 2 to 3 divided doses. The anticipated dosage range is to be individualized, may be above or below the recommended range but no medication will be administered without your informed and written consent. Recommended daily total dosage range of manufacturer, as stated in
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