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Ativan

Ativan generic name: Lorazepam

What is Ativan used for?

This medication is used to treat serious seizures that do not stop (status epilepticus). It is also used before surgeries or procedures to cause drowsiness, decrease anxiety, and cause forgetfulness about the procedure or surgery. Lorazepam belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines, which produce a calming effect on the brain and nerves (central nervous system). It is thought to work by increasing the effect of a certain natural chemical (GABA) in the brain.

CHEMICAL NAME

Lorazepam (lor-AZ-e-pam)

DRUG TYPE

Anxiety

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Ativan Frequently Asked Questions

This section contains uses of this drug that are not listed in the approved professional labeling for the drug but that may be prescribed by your health care professional. Use this drug for a condition that is listed in this section only if it has been so prescribed by your health care professional.

This drug may also be used to cause drowsiness in people who need a tube and machine to help with breathing (intubated) or to reduce the risk of nausea and vomiting in people on chemotherapy. It may also be used for a mental/mood disorder (delirium).

Ativan Dosage and Form Information

Supplied As
Strength
Vial
4 Mg/Ml
2 Mg/Ml
Tablet
1 Mg
2 Mg
0.5 Mg