Ativan 2mg Tablet
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food interaction for Ativan Tablet
alcohol interaction for Ativan Tablet
pregnancy interaction for Ativan Tablet
lactation interaction for Ativan Tablet
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Ativan 2mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Ativan 2mg Tablet.
UNSAFE
Ativan 2mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ativan 2mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Ativan 2mg Tablet should be used for short periods and sleepiness of the baby should be watched. The withdrawal of Ativan 2mg Tablet should be gradual.
Ativan 2mg Tablet should be used for short periods and sleepiness of the baby should be watched. The withdrawal of Ativan 2mg Tablet should be gradual.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
SALT INFORMATION FOR Ativan 2mg Tablet
Lorazepam(2mg)
Ativan tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of short term anxiety and anxiety disorder.
How ativan tablet works
Ativan 2mg Tablet is a benzodiazepine. It works by increasing the action of a chemical messenger (GABA) which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Common side effects of ativan tablet
Dizziness, Weakness, Sedation, Memory impairment, Injection site pain, Blurred vision, Fatigue, Muscle weakness, Depression, Drowsiness, Unsteadiness, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Abnormality of voluntary movements, Hypersensitivity, Paradoxical reactions, Drug dependence, Apnea (absence of breathing)
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Expert advice FOR Ativan Tablet
- The addiction / habit-forming potential of this medicine is very high. Take it only as per the dose and duration advised by your doctor
- It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
- Avoid consuming alcohol as it may increase dizziness and drowsiness.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Do not stop taking medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as that may lead to nausea, anxiety, agitation, flu-like symptoms, sweating, tremor, and confusion.
Frequently asked questions FOR Ativan 2mg Tablet
Lorazepam
Q. Is Ativan 2mg Tablet an opioid? Is it a habit-forming medicine?
No, Ativan 2mg Tablet is not an opioid. It belongs to the benzodiazepine group of medicines and is used for short-term treatment (2-4 weeks) only. It is a habit-forming medicine and can make a person physically and psychologically dependent.
Q. Can Ativan 2mg Tablet be used as a sleeping pill?
Ativan 2mg Tablet is used for sleeping difficulties caused due to short-term anxiety. One of the very common side effects of Ativan 2mg Tablet is drowsiness and sleepiness. It calms the mind, and therefore, helps a person to sleep.
Q. For how long will Ativan 2mg Tablet stay in my system?
Ativan 2mg Tablet may take around 3 days to get completely removed from the system.