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Ativan is a benzodiazepine. Benzodiazepines belong to a
group of medicines that slow down the central nervous system.
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Basic Ativan Information:
Ativan is a benzodiazepine used to relieve anxiety and cause
drowsiness before certain medical procedures. It may also be used
to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Information:
Before using Ativan
Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with Ativan.
INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter
medicine that you are taking. ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE
OR CONDITION may be needed if you are taking clozapine or medicine
for seizures. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions,
allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding. Contact your doctor or
pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns about using Ativan.
Ativan Directions
Follow the directions for using Ativan provided by your doctor.
STORE Ativan at room temperature, away from heat and light.
IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF Ativan and you are using it regularly,
take it as soon as possible. If you do not remember until later,
skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.
Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ativan Cautions
DO NOT EXCEED THE RECOMMENDED DOSE or take Ativan for longer
than prescribed. Exceeding the recommended dose or taking Ativan
for longer than prescribed may be habit-forming. Ativan MAY
CAUSE drowsiness or dizziness. Do not drive, operate machinery,
or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you
react to Ativan. Ativan WILL ADD TO THE EFFECTS of
other medicines and alcohol. Ask your pharmacist if you have questions
about which medicines can cause drowsiness. FOR WOMEN: Ativan
HAS BEEN SHOWN TO CAUSE HARM to the human fetus. IF YOU PLAN ON
BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks
of using Ativan during pregnancy. IT IS UNKNOWN IF Ativan
IS EXCRETED in breast milk. DO NOT BREAST-FEED while taking Ativan.
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