Lorazepam and Sertraline interaction
Lorazepam and Sertraline: both prescribing labels flag this combination with the strongest language, such as a contraindication, a boxed warning, or an instruction to avoid it.
Do not combine without a prescriber's guidance. The label language below is the strongest FDA uses.
What the FDA labels say
From the Lorazepam (LOREEV XR) label · effective 2025-10-08
LOREEV XR should not be used in such patients without adequate antidepressant therapy.
From the Sertraline (sertraline hydrochloride) label · effective 2025-08-06
False-Positive Effects on Screening Tests for Benzodiazepines False-positive urine immunoassay screening tests for benzodiazepines have been reported in patients taking another sertraline hydrochloride product.
Confirmatory tests, such as gas chromatography/mass spectrometry, will help distinguish sertraline hydrochloride capsules from benzodiazepines [see Drug Interactions ( 7.3 )] .
False-Positive Screening Tests for Benzodiazepines False-positive urine immunoassay screening tests for benzodiazepines have been reported in patients taking another sertraline hydrochloride product.
Confirmatory tests, such as gas chromatography/mass spectrometry, will distinguish sertraline from benzodiazepines.
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