Side Effects Of Lorazepam

Loss Of Coordination

Loss of coordination is one of the most frequently reported side effects of lorazepam use. This side effect is typically worse when larger doses of the medication are used, and patients who are elderly could be affected more severely. Patients have reported feeling unsteady on their feet, and this increases the risk of falls. In conjunction with unsteadiness, patients have also reported dizziness and weakness. Individuals who feel unsteady or dizzy while taking lorazepam should be especially careful to sit up slowly when getting up from a lying position, and it is equally important to take care when standing up from a sitting position. Throw rugs and other trip hazards should be removed from the patient's home, and it may be necessary for the patient to use a cane, walker, or another device to minimize the risk of falls. Any changes in coordination should be evaluated by the patient's physician to determine whether they stem from an underlying medical condition or whether they are just a side effect of the lorazepam.

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