ATIVAN 2MG ( Pfizer)

About Ativan 2 mg

Ativan 2 mg Tablet 30's belongs to a group of medications called benzodiazepines primarily used to treat epilepsy (status epilepticus) and anxiety disorder. Ativan 2 mg Tablet 30's may be prescribed as short-term therapy for sleeping difficulties due to anxiety. It may also be used as a sedative prior to surgery. An anxiety disorder is a mental health disorder characterised by feelings of excessive fear or worry that affect an individual's daily activities. Epilepsy is a chronic disorder characterised by episodes of seizures (fits). 

Ativan 2 mg Tablet 30's contains lorazepam, which works by increasing levels of the calming chemical mediator known as gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the brain, this helps relieve anxiety, stops seizures attacks (fits) and relaxes the tense muscles.

Take Ativan 2 mg Tablet 30's exactly as prescribed. The common side-effects of Ativan 2 mg Tablet 30's are sleepiness, tiredness, muscle weakness and problems with co-ordination. Most of these side effects of Ativan 2 mg Tablet 30's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Do not take Ativan 2 mg Tablet 30's if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform your doctor if you have lung disease, muscle weakness (myasthenia gravis), sleeping disorder, severe liver disease, problems with alcohol or other recreational drugs. Ativan 2 mg Tablet 30's is a habit-forming drug, and hence there is a risk of dependence on this medicine. Before stopping this medicine, contact a doctor as it may cause withdrawal symptoms like anxiety, increased heart rate, tremors or general unwell feeling.

Uses of Ativan 2 mg

Epilepsy (fits) and Anxiety Disorder

Medicinal Benefits

Ativan 2 mg Tablet 30's belongs to a group of medications called benzodiazepine primarily used to treat epilepsy (fits) and anxiety disorder. Ativan 2 mg Tablet 30's contains lorazepam, which works by increasing levels of the chemical mediator that calms brain cells (neurons), known as gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), this helps relieve anxiety, stops seizures attacks (fits) and relaxes tense muscles. Additionally, Ativan 2 mg Tablet 30's may be prescribed as short-term therapy for sleeping difficulties due to anxiety. It may also be used as a sedative prior to surgery.

Directions for Use

Swallow Ativan 2 mg Tablet 30's as a whole with water. Do not crush or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Ativan 2 mg

·         Sleepiness

·         Tiredness

·         Muscle weakness

·         Problems with co-ordination