Ativan 2 mg

Description

Description

Ativan is a brand name used to sell Lorazepam. It is a short-acting benzodiazepine. This is important to use this medicine as directed by the doctor. Long-term use can be addictive, misuse, or risk of dependence. Ativan 2 mg oral tablet can be prescribed to adults and some kids.

Uses

Use of Ativan 2 mg to treat anxiety disorder and epilepsy and provide temporary relief from symptoms of depression and anxiety. This drug is used for insomnia, seizures, and surgery. A doctor may prescribe this drug for other reasons. It can prescribe to control alcohol withdrawal effects. It may decrease the risk of nausea and vomiting brought on by chemotherapy.

Ativan 2 mg Tablet reduces the signs of extreme anxiety and worry that could appear under stressful circumstances. Lorazepam can also reduce agitation, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, and restlessness. It makes you more productive and able to handle everyday tasks. Take this medicine as directed, and the doctor tells you to stop.

It helps to reduce the abnormal and excessive of the central nervous system (CNS) and produces a calming effect on the brain. This medication works by boosting the effect of the specific natural modules in the body (GABA). But, if the GABA chemical release is reduced, anxiety problems become apparent. Our brain and body experience long-lasting calmness and relaxation as a consequence.

Availability

Ativan is available in the form of tablets. It comes in various forms of strength such as 1 mg and 2 mg of Ativan. Given table may help you to recognize Ativan 2 mg.

Medicine	Lorazepam
Brand Name	Ativan
Drug Class	Benzodiazepines
Dose	2 mg
NDC	67544-0879
CSA Schedule	4
Size	7.00 mm
Shape	Round
Colour	White
Availability	Prescription-only

Direction Of Use

Read the Medicine Guide provided by the pharmacist or the doctor. Various strengths of dosage are available. But always take the dose your doctor prescribes. Usually, doctors tell patients to start taking Ativan at a lesser dosage. The dosage depends on your medical health, response to treatment, and age. And ask your doctor about the dose, or how many doses you should take, for how many times.

• Follow your doctor’s instructions for this medication’s dosage and duration.
• This drug is directly taken by mouth.
• Don’t suddenly stop taking Lorazepam without a clinical check-up. If you are a regular user of this drug. It could be necessary to gradually reduce your dosage.
• Long-term usage of this drug may cause it to lose some of its effectiveness. If this drug stops functioning as well, talk to the doctor.
• Do not increase or decrease the dose, it may put you in trouble.
• As per the doctor’s recommendation, take this with or without food.
• Swallow Ativan 2 mg pill with a glass of water.
• If you are taking Ativan regularly, it is best to take this drug at a specific time.
• Do not chew or break or crush this tablet.

Side Effects Of Ativan 2 mg

Like other medicine, Ativan 2 mg have side effects. Some side effects of Ativan 2 mg tablet don’t persist very long and disappear once the treatment is completed.

Common Side Effects

Ativan 2 mg side effects depend upon age, health condition, and using other drugs. The more common side effects that lorazepam oral pills may have:

• Sedation
• Dizziness
• Asthenia
• Ataxia
• Hypotension
• Fatigue
• Amnesia
• Confusion
• Disinhibition
• Irritability
• Libido shifts
• Irregular menstrual periods
• Diplopia
• Dysarthria
• The appetite shifts
• Constipation
• Incontinence
• Urinary incontinence
• Elevated AST and ALT
• Dystonia

Serious Side Effects

Some are uncommon, serious side effects can happen. If they occur, speak with your doctor. It is well tolerated when taken at the prescribed dose. While using Ativan 2 mg, the following side effects may or may not occur.

• Breathing issues
• Low blood pressure
• Convulsions and seizures
• Paradoxical reaction
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Muscle weakness
• Nightmares
• Body aches
• Sweating
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Suicide thought
• Hallucination

Precautions

Lorazepam may contain inactive components that may cause allergic reactions or create any other problems. Before using Ativan 2 mg, Inform your doctor if you have any allergic reaction to benzodiazepines; or to any other medicine. This may help the doctor for endorsed the best medicine.

Tell the doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis) or alcohol. This drug can make you dizzy or drowsy or blur your vision. Tell your doctor that all medications you are using.

Before using, inform about your medical history to the doctor, epilepsy of:

• Heart illness
• Kidney disease
• Liver disease
• Glaucoma
• Individual or family background of a substance disorder
• Mental illness
• Breathing issues

Lorazepam may have the opposite calming effect in patients less than 18 years of age. It is not recommended for kids. The side effects of this medicine (drowsiness and loss of coordination) may be more noticeable in older persons. Keep this medication away from pets and children.

Warnings

Abuse and addiction are possible with lorazepam, which increases the risk of overdose and death. It is advised to the patient don’t perform any activities that call for a high level of mental awareness, like operating machinery or driving.

• A confirmed case of depression should not treat with this medication because of the exacerbation of symptoms.
• Some patients may act suicidally is a result of this medication. The longer the medication is used, the greater the risk.
• If you have used this drug for a long period. Suddenly discontinuing it may result in dangerous withdrawal symptoms.
• Patients with myasthenia gravis should avoid using this medication.

Pregnancy

If you are pregnant or want to be pregnant, consult the doctor. This medicine can harm you and your unborn baby too. Pregnant women should only take this medication if it is necessary. Discuss all the risks and advantages with your doctor. The doctor may have the best solution for you.

Breastfeeding

Unless absolutely necessary, breastfeeding women should not use this medication. If the medication is used, the infant needs to be constantly watched for any negative side effects. You may notice signs in your baby, like sluggish breathing, problems feeding, or unceasing crying. Lorazepam has been discovered in human breast milk, consult the doctor before you breastfeed.

Withdrawal Symptoms

Withdrawal symptoms may happen when the patient stops  Ativan. Consult your doctor before stopping taking Ativan. Your doctor will be able to assist you in gradually lowering the dosage.

• Cerebral pain
• Uneasiness
• Inconvenience dozing
• Peevishness
• Quake
• Fits of anxiety
• Discouragement
• Seizures
• Self-destructive considerations or ways of behaving
• Fantasies

Missed Dose

If you take more than one dose a day and you miss one, and it is near the next dose, skip the missed dose. The missed dose should not be taken. At regular time, take your next dose. Do not raise the dose to catch up.

Overdose

This is a short-term and temporary based treatment for anxiety disorder. Take the dose according to your doctor’s instructions. If someone takes too much Ativan some serious side effects may experience (death and difficulty breathing). You might require urgent clinical attention. The body will become poisonous if you overdose. You may feel side effects given below:

• Sleepy
• Befuddled
• Tired,
• Dazed
• Experience issues breathing
• Feel frail or become oblivious

Alternatives

Like all medicines, Ativan has complementary and alternative therapies. A different medicine except Ativan may be recommended by your doctor. Depending on what you’re using it for. You might suggest substitute drugs like Xanax, Klonopin, and Valium.

Interaction

Drugs, food, and alcohol all may interact with Ativan. Drug interactions may change how your prescriptions work or increase your risk of experiencing harmful side effects. Opioid medicine is the most dangerous to take with Lorazepam. It can be the cause of death. Ativan’s potential drug of interaction with lorazepam is:

• Gabapentine
• Oxycodone
• Hydrocodone
• Methadone
• Codeine

This is not the complete list that drug interacts with Ativan.

Drinking alcohol with this medication is not recommended. It may increase the risk of adverse effects like dizziness and trouble concentrating.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ativan 2 Tablet addictive or habit-forming?

Ativan 2 Tablet has a history of abuse. This medicine is used for the short-term (2-4 weeks). Without consulting your doctor, you should not take it.

How will It make me feel?

You’ll feel more at ease and your anxiety may lessen thanks to lorazepam. If you’re having difficulties falling asleep, it may make you feel drowsy.

Is Ativan used to help with sleep?

It is at times. Ask your doctor if lorazepam is appropriate for you if you suffer from anxiety-related sleeplessness.