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Ativan (lorazepam) is a 1,4-benzodiazepine derivative. This class of drugs are also known as "classical" or "traditional" benzodiazepines as opposed to something like Xanax (alprazolam) which is a triazolobenzodiazepine. Valium (diazepam) is a classical benzodiazepine.
Ativan is indicated in the treatment and management of anxiety and anxiety related disorders, including panic attacks. It is also the drug of choice (neck and neck with diazepam, but disputed) in the treatment of convulsive seizures or status epilepticus (prolonged seizures lasting longer than 5 minutes, may be life threatening.)
Ativan is also used for inducing anterograde amnesia in dental/conscious sedation procedures. So the patient should have a safe driver home. Alcohol withdrawal (delirium tremens, hallucinations, etc.) respond to lorazepam. Ativan does not go through the liver like so many benzodiazepines as it passes through the kidneys more extensively making benefits for those with hepatic impairment. It has also been successfully used in children as well as elderly. Insomnia is also treated with Ativan. There are also off-label uses such as an anti-nausea/vomiting for chemotherapy.
Ativan comes in tablets, an oral solution, and injections.
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Is lorazepam an MAOI?
No, not at all. Lorazepam is a benzodiazepine and it is used principally for insomnia, but has other uses as well. SSRIs are anti-depressants and are also used for some anxiety disorders (like OCD or panic disorder).
Does lorazepam have acetaminophen in it?
Lorazepam is the name of the drug in Lorazepam. There are no other medications in that drug. Acetaminophen is the same drug as Tylenol. There isn't any in Lorazepam.
What is the medication larazipan used for?
Larazipan is not a drug in my drug guide, but maybe "lorazepam"? Lorazepam, known best by the trade name "Ativan" is used as an anti-anxiety drug or as an adjunct for anesthesia. It has off label uses for chemotherapy patients, I believe for insomnia.
Can lorazepam help ringing in the ears?
can lorazepam help with ringing in the ears
Does lorazepam have an antihistamine in it?
No. There is no antihistamine in it. Lorazepam is a benzodiazepine. It is used to treat anxiety.
Can you take prilosec and lorazepam together?
can you take lorazepam and prilosec together
What does the Lorazepam package insert say Lorazepam is used to treat?
The Lorazepam package insert lists it as one of the most common drugs used to treat anxiety. Anxiety is the main use listed on the Lorazepam package insert.
How long can lorazepam be detected in urine?
In a typical individual, lorazepam can be detected in the urine 1 to 2 days after ingesting it. For lorazepam addicts, its can be detected in the urine longer.
Can you take lorazepam and citalopram together?
Can i take Tylenol citalopram and lorazepam together
Will Lorazepam show up as an opiate?
No, lorazepam will show up as a benzodiazepine on a drug test.
Is Valium like lorazepam?
Valium (Diazepam) and Ativan (Lorazepam) are both benzodiazepine drugs. They are similar, but not the same.
Does lorazepam contain THC?
no
