Topic: ativan

Introduction to Lorazepam Lorazepam, commonly sold under the brand name Ativan, is a medication from the benzodiazepine class. It is widely prescribed to treat anxiety disorders, insomnia, seizures, and symptoms of alcohol withdrawal. Lorazepam works by calming overactive signals in the brain, producing relaxation, reducing anxiety, and promoting sleep. Because of its effectiveness and fast onset, Lorazepam is often used for short-term relief of severe anxiety or in hospital settings for sedat...