MEDICATION INFORMATION FOR ATIVAN

Ativan Generic Name: E: LORAZEPAM (lor-AZ-e-pam)

Ativan Drug Manufacturer: WYETH-AYERST

Ativan Common Uses: This ativan medicine 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.

How to use this Ativan Medicine: Follow the directions for using this ativan medication provided by your doctor. STORE THIS ATIVAN MEDICINE at room temperature, away from heat and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS ATIVAN MEDICATION 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 this ativan medicine for longer than prescribed. Exceeding the recommended dose or taking this ativan medication for longer than prescribed may be habit-forming. THIS ATIVAN MEDICINE 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 this medicine. THIS ATIVAN MEDICATION 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: THIS ATIVAN MEDICINE 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 this medicine during pregnancy. IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED in breast milk. DO NOT BREAST-FEED while taking this medicine.

Ativan Possible Side Effects: SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment, include excessive daytime drowsiness, unusual weakness, dizziness, lightheadedness, headache, clumsiness, or unsteadiness. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.