Management of Catatonia with Lorazepam

Special Considerations

• Elderly or debilitated patients should start with 1-2 mg/day in divided doses, as they have increased sensitivity and fall risk, requiring more conservative dosing 1

Critical Monitoring Points

• Monitor for respiratory depression, especially if combined with other sedatives, and assess for paradoxical agitation, which occurs in approximately 10% of patients 1, 2