About Ativan 2mg Tablets
Benzodiazepine
Used for
- Short-term treatment of severe anxiety
- Insomnia related to anxiety or stress
- Pre-procedure sedation
Usual adult dose
Anxiety: usually 1–4 mg daily in divided doses. Insomnia: usually 1–2 mg at bedtime. Doses vary by indication and patient.
Common side effects
- Drowsiness and dizziness
- Muscle weakness and poor coordination
- Confusion or memory problems
- Dependence and withdrawal symptoms
Important warnings
- Can cause dependence; use only as prescribed and usually short term.
- Avoid alcohol, opioids, and other sedatives; combined use can dangerously slow breathing.
- May impair driving and coordination.
- Do not stop suddenly after regular use; withdrawal can be serious.
Pregnancy
May harm the fetus or cause newborn sedation or withdrawal, particularly with use late in pregnancy.
Breastfeeding
Lorazepam enters breast milk and may cause infant sedation or poor feeding; seek clinical guidance.
Interactions
- Opioids and other sedatives increase severe sedation and breathing risks.
- Alcohol increases sedation and impairment.
- Some medicines, including valproate, can increase lorazepam effects.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.