Generic Name: Lorazepam Injection Solution
Drug Classes: Benzodiazepine Anticonvulsants, Benzodiazepines, Miscellaneous Antiemetics
Warning
This medicine is a benzodiazepine. Using this drug along with opioid drugs can lead to serious side effects, including slowed or troubled breathing and death. Opioid drugs include codeine, oxycodone, and morphine. Talk to your doctor if you are taking Ativan (lorazepam injection solution) with an opioid drug. Seek medical help immediately if you experience extreme sleepiness or dizziness, slow or shallow breathing, or if you pass out. Caregivers should also seek medical help if the patient does not respond, react normally, or wake up.
Uses of Ativan
It is used to treat anxiety.
It is used to treat seizures.
It is used to ease anxiety before surgery.
It may be given for other reasons. Talk to your doctor.
What do I need to tell my doctor before taking Ativan?
Tell your doctor if:
You are allergic to Ativan (lorazepam injection solution), any part of the drug, or any other drugs, foods, or substances. Inform your doctor about the allergy and any symptoms you experienced.
You have glaucoma, low mood (depression), or certain mental problems.
You have sleep apnea.
This is not a complete list of all drugs or health problems that may interact with Ativan (lorazepam injection solution). Inform your doctor and pharmacist about all the drugs you take (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and your health problems. Check with your doctor before starting, stopping, or changing the dose of any drug.
What are some things I need to know or do while taking Ativan?
For all uses of Ativan (lorazepam injection solution):
Inform all your healthcare providers that you are taking Ativan (lorazepam injection solution), including doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists.
Avoid driving or performing tasks that require alertness for 1 to 2 days after taking Ativan (lorazepam injection solution) until the effects have worn off.
Do not try to get out of bed without help for at least 8 hours after taking Ativan (lorazepam injection solution) to avoid falling and injuring yourself.
Avoid drinking alcohol for 1 to 2 days after taking Ativan (lorazepam injection solution).
Some products contain benzyl alcohol, which can be harmful to newborns and infants. Consult your doctor to determine if the product you are using contains benzyl alcohol.
Talk to your doctor before using other drugs or natural products that slow your actions.
If you take Ativan (lorazepam injection solution) for a long time, have your blood work checked regularly. This medicine may be habit-forming with long-term use. Do not take Ativan (lorazepam injection solution) for longer than prescribed by your doctor.
If you have been taking Ativan (lorazepam injection solution) regularly and suddenly stop taking it, you may experience withdrawal symptoms. Do not stop taking Ativan (lorazepam injection solution) without consulting your doctor.
If you are 65 or older, use Ativan (lorazepam injection solution) with care as you may experience more side effects.
Use with care in children. Talk to your doctor.
Taking Ativan (lorazepam injection solution) during pregnancy may harm the unborn baby. If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while taking Ativan (lorazepam injection solution), call your doctor immediately. This medicine passes into breast milk and may harm your baby. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed.
For a procedure:
Studies have shown that frequent or long-term use of anesthesia drugs or drugs used for sleep in children younger than 3 years of age may lead to long-term brain problems. This may also happen in unborn babies if the mother uses Ativan (lorazepam injection solution) during the third trimester of pregnancy. Consult your doctor.
How is Ativan best taken?
Use Ativan (lorazepam injection solution) as directed by your doctor. Read all the information provided and follow the
