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Lorazepam is a sleep-inducer which is a kind of anti-anxiety drug (psychiatric drug).

Dr. Jeffrey Pollard reviewed this

23 year experience in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Drug Class

Sleep inducer

Brands

Ativan

Side Effects

Common

Constipation
Balance problems
Fatigue
Dizziness
Irritability
Confusion
Disinhibition
Abnormal vaginal bleeding
Double vision
Incontinence
Loss of strength
Difficulty talking
Low blood pressure
Leaking urine

Serious

Apnea
Heart palpitations
Slow or irregular breathing
Drug problems
Low blood pressure
Suicidal thoughts
Illegal drug abuse

Treats

Brief psychotic disorder
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