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Is there a difference in iv ativan (lorazepam) and oral ativan (lorazepam)? i've gotten ativan (lorazepam) iv and didn't get nausea but worried that taking the oral will.

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Dr. Olivia Liao answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Should not have : Any difference in side effects.

Answered 10/17/2013

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No nausea: There is no nausea with oral ativan (lorazepam). Not to worry. Best wishes.

Answered 10/13/2013

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Ativan: You might be surprised by this because nauseas occurs in 0.01% to 0.1% with oral Ativan and in 0.1% to 1% with parenteral Ativan. It is uncommon either way.

Answered 7/7/2020

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