Medication
Information
Ativan Uses
Ativan (lorazepam) is used to treat anxiety.
Ativan (lorazepam) may also be used for seizures,
alcohol withdrawal, prevention of nausea and
vomiting due to chemotherapy, tension headache,
and for sleeping trouble (insomnia).
How to take Ativan
Take as directed. The dose and frequency of use
will depend on your condition and response.
Long-term or excessive use of Ativan (lorazepam)
can cause dependency.
Ativan Side effects
Ativan (lorazepam) can cause drowsiness,
dizziness, lack of coordination, grogginess,
headache, nausea, dry mouth, blurred vision. If
these effects continue or become severe, contact
your doctor. Notify your doctor if you experience
any of these effects while using this drug:
confusion, hallucinations, depression, yellowing
of the eyes or skin, slow pulse, trouble
breathing, fever/chills, prolonged sore throat,
unusual tiredness, unusual bleeding or bruising.
If you notice other effects not listed above,
contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
Tell your doctor your medical history, especially:
of: heart disease, kidney or liver disease, lung
disease or trouble breathing, muscle disorders,
glaucoma, depression or psychiatric conditions,
drug dependency, any allergies. Use caution
driving or performing tasks requiring alertness.
Ativan (lorazepam) is not recommended for use
during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before using
this medication. Ativan (lorazepam) is excreted
into breast milk. Caution is advised. Consult your
doctor before breast-feeding. Elderly patients may
be more sensitive to the effects of this
medication. Use with caution.
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