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Lorazepam

Brand: Ativan

Benzodiazepine (C-IV)Used for: Anxiety, seizuresCNS & Psychiatric
Key warning

Boxed warning: fatal respiratory depression with opioids; abuse, addiction, and withdrawal risk

Common side effects

  • Drowsiness
  • Dizziness
  • Unsteadiness
  • Confusion

Key interactions & cautions

  • Dangerous sedation with opioids
  • Adds to alcohol and other sedatives
  • Avoid combining with other CNS depressants

Counseling points

  • May impair driving until you know its effect
  • Avoid alcohol
  • Do not stop suddenly
  • Controlled substance, do not share
  • Rise slowly to reduce falls
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