2006-12-05 10:47:53 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Respiratory Diseases
tranquilizer (trade name Ativan) used to treat anxiety and tension and insomnia
2006-12-05 10:49:42 · answer #1 · answered by Robert C 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Ativan is used in the treatment of anxiety disorders and for short-term (up to 4 months) relief . Dependence can develop with the use of Ativan. You may experience withdrawal ...
See the site www.healthsquare.com/newrx/ATI1036 for more information.
2006-12-05 10:59:47 · answer #2 · answered by Prabhakar G 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ativan is used in the treatment of anxiety disorders and for short-term (up to 4 months) relief of the symptoms of anxiety.
2006-12-05 10:51:12 · answer #3 · answered by ~MIMI~ 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Ativan is also called lorazepam.
Lorazepam is in a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. Lorazepam affects chemicals in the brain that may become unbalanced and cause anxiety, insomnia, and seizures.
Lorazepam is used to relieve anxiety, nervousness, and tension associated with anxiety disorders. It is also used to treat certain types of seizure disorders and to relieve insomnia (induce sleep).
Lorazepam may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
2006-12-05 10:50:53 · answer #4 · answered by Jazzmin F 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
ativan is also used for detox of certain medications and alcohol
2006-12-05 11:02:31 · answer #5 · answered by waterfun333 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I use it when I am having a panic or anxiety attack. Even though I take Zoloft, there are times I need some extra help.
2006-12-05 10:50:22 · answer #6 · answered by dp61450 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
to treat anxiety, mostly. It's also an anti-spasmotic, so it can be used to calm irritable bowel or other disorders.
2006-12-05 11:53:02 · answer #7 · answered by wynterwood 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it's an anti psychotic drug. Check PDR online.
2006-12-05 10:49:31 · answer #8 · answered by Shira D 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋