Question 1

i take ativan (lorazepam) for an anxiety disorder. i've heard it helps with some opiate withdrawal symptoms. how much should i take to relieve the symptoms?

Accepted Answer

If you are: withdrawing from opiates it is better to do this under supervision of your physician and not based off of advice that you obtain from a doctor on the internet who doesn't know your medical history. Take care.

Question 2

what is ativan (lorazepam)?

Accepted Answer

Benzo: Ativan is a benzodiazepine drug. It is also known generically as lorazepam.

It has many uses including; to decrease anxiety, prevent seizures, relax muscles... 

Importantly, be careful, Lorazepam also has abuse potential.

Question 3

halcion (triazolam) is like ativan?

Accepted Answer

Both are benzos: Both Halcion (triazolam) and Ativan belong to the same pharmaceutical family - benzodiazepine. They differ in their half-life, and whether their metabolizes or break down products are active.

Question 4

lorazepam/ativan weird side effects?

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Not sure what you: Mean by "weird" side effects.  Ativan/lorazepam is cross reactive with alcohol, so you might feel drunk, dizzy or sleepy.

Question 5

how do obtain a prescription to ativan?

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See doctor in person: You have posted your question on HealthTap's free, public, informational forum, where neither medical care nor prescriptions are given. In the US, HealthTap PRIME is one of our premium services where doctors can privately see you via smartphone or laptop. The fee is the same, regardless of whether the doctor thinks you should or should not get a prescription without an exam (Ativan is not given).

Question 6

can ativan (lorazepam) cause headaches?

Accepted Answer

Ativan/headaches: Yes, it is one of the side effects described and reported off and on.

Question 7

can i take ativan & clindamycin together?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Drugs.Com drug interaction checker shows no clinically significant interactions between these medications.

Question 8

can you take ativan (lorazepam) with nyquil?

Accepted Answer

Ativan/niquil: Nyquil contains a sedating antihistamine as well as alcohol in the liquid form.  Ativan (lorazepam) is a sedative.  Probably not a good idea to combine all three!

Question 9

is it safe to take 2mg of ativan (lorazepam)?

Accepted Answer

For most people -: Yes.   But, it can be very sedating. Your reflexes may be slower. Don't operate vehicles or dangerous machinery on Ativan (lorazepam) until you know how it effects you. Don't mix it with alcohol.

Question 10

what is the dosage for ativan (lorazepam) gel?

Accepted Answer

Depends: The dosage fir any medication us dependent in the condition for which it is being treated as well as the condition of the person being treated. Suggest you talk to your treating md about use of this medication.

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What is the dosage for ativan (lorazepam) gel?

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