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Ativan (generic name lorazepam) is a benzodiazepine sometimes prescribed to alleviate anxiety and difficulty sleeping for those with bipolar disorder (manic depression). Found here are resources and information relating to this medication.

Quick Facts About Ativan (Lorazepam)

Ativan, generic lorazepam,is an anti-anxiety medication in the benzodiazepine family. Ativan is approved to be prescribed for the treatment of anxiety disorders, for short-term relief of anxiety symptoms, or for anxiety associated with depression. This article covers what Ativan is used for, warnings associated with the drug, major side effects, drug interactions, pregnancy and nursing, and withdrawal symptoms.

Ativan / Lorazepam Drug Information

Detailed information regarding Ativan / lorazepam from Drugs A-Z.

Ativan Side Effects

Catalogue of side effects for the medication Ativan - generic Lorazepam - which is an antianxiety medication and also a mild tranquilizer and sedative. This prescription drug may be used in the treatment of bipolar disorder.

Benzodiazepine Withdrawal

Ativan withdrawal was absolute misery. Who would have thought that decreasing a medication's dosage from 2 to 1 milligram, or from 1 to 1/2 milligram, could have such severe side effects? But that's how it was - headaches, swollen or cramping muscles, interrupted, poor quality sleep - I had all that and more.

Ativan

Drug information sheet from MedicineNet.

Brand Name: Ativan

Drug monograph from HealthSquare.

Lorazepam Monograph

This is a comprehensive Canadian monograph from Internet Mental Health. Contents include pharmacology, indications, contraindications, warnings, precautions, overdose information and dosage.

RxList Monograph

A very detailed and technical presentation of this drug. Contents include pharmacology, indications, warning, dosage, as well as patient information.
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