Ativan Information
Drug info for Ativan 0.5mg tablets
Common uses:
This
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 medicine:
Follow
the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. Store this
medicine at room temperature, away from heat and light. If you miss a dose of
this medicine 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.
Cautions:
Do
not exceed the recommended dose or take this medicine for longer than
prescribed. Exceeding the recommended dose or taking this medicine for longer
than prescribed may be habit-forming. This 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 medicine 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 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.
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.
