The use of lorazepam as a soporific and for premedication.
S Afr Med J, 1975/8/09;49(34):1395-7.
PMID: 240205
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Abstract
An open study, in which 48 patients scheduled for elective surgery received either 1,25 mg or 2,5 mg of lorazepam (orally) as a soporific the night before surgery and as premedication immediately prior to surgery, revealed that lorazepam produced a good night's rest and a desirable calm immediately prior to surgery. Vital signs remained stable throughout the operative procedure, and vomiting and other reactions were virtually absent.
MeSH terms
Adolescent; Adult; Anti-Anxiety Agents; Anxiety; Blood Pressure; Female; Heart Rate; Humans; Lorazepam; Male; Mental Recall; Middle Aged; Postoperative Care; Preanesthetic Medication; Sleep; Surgical Procedures, Operative; Time Factors
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