Ativan is a medication prescribed to treat insomnia, anxiety disorders, or sleep-related problems and status epilepticus, a type of severe seizure. It is also prescribed in case of, psychosis caused by sudden alcohol withdrawal, muscle spasm, mania (bipolar disorder), and to relieve symptoms from alcohol withdrawal.

Know about Ativan

Ativan belongs to the group of drugs named benzodiazepine. These drugs slow down the excess activity of the brain resulting in feeling drowsy and imparting a calming or tranquilizing effect.

Ativan is available in two forms including Ativan tablets and Ativan solution for intravenous (IV) injection. Ativan tablets are available in potencies 0.5 mg,1 mg and 2 mg. It is available in a...