Ativan Use Side Effect Details

Ativan is an addictive benzodiazepine medication that's prescribed to treat anxiety, seizure activity, alcohol withdrawal problems and insomnia.

The generic version of Ativan is called Lorazepam Injectable and Lorazepam Tablet.

Ativan Use Side Effects

Below are a list of common side effects of Ativan and generic versions when taken as prescribed.

Drowsiness
Dizziness

Sleepiness
Calmness

Ativan Abuse Side Effects

Misuse and abuse of Ativan can have harmful health related consequences including:

Dependence
Depression
Mood Changes
Mental Changes
Confusion
Problems with Memory
Agitation
Aggression
Violent Behavior
Hyper Behavior
Appetite Changes
Light-Headedness
Fall in Blood Pressure

Ativan Overdose Symptoms

A life threatening Ativan overdose can occur when too much medication is taken. This includes taking Ativan with alcohol or when Ativan is mixed with other drugs.

Changes in Speech
Slurry Speech
Confusion
Increased Sweating
Loss of Energy
Weakness
Sluggishness

Nervousness
Restlessness
Irritability
Low Blood Pressure
Nightmares or Bad Dreams
Shakiness
Unsteadiness

Clumsiness
Trembling
Fainting
Respiratory Depression
Loss of Consciousness
Coma
Death

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