Ativan

• Anxiety disorders

• Lorazepam, another name for Ativan, is a benzodiazepine drug used to treat short-term sleeplessness, acute agitation, and anxiety disorders. Additionally, it is given to ease the symptoms of alcohol withdrawal and to assist control seizures, especially in situations of status epilepticus. Ativan is a sedative and anxiolytic that calms the central nervous system by amplifying the effects of specific neurotransmitters in the brain. It is frequently used as a temporary remedy to reduce symptoms and encourage relaxation, but it should only be taken as directed by a medical specialist. Talk to your doctor about if Ativan could be a good course of action if you are experiencing any of the aforementioned issues.

• Insomnia (short-term)

• Seizures (status epilepticus)

• Alcohol withdrawal

Treatment type: benzodiazepine (sedative, anxiolytic)