Ativan 1mg Strip Of 25 Tablets
Ativan 1 MG Description
Ativan 1 mg Tablet aids in the treatment of anxiety, panic attack, sleep disturbance, and social phobias. It gives short-term relief from anxiety symptoms such as nervousness, increased breathing, in
creased heart rate, excessive sweating, weakness or lack of concentration. It is also used to induce sedation before surgery or in dental procedures. The active ingredient of Ativan 1mg Tablet is lorazepam. It soothes the brain by reducing the excessive activity of nerve cells. Do not take this medicine without consulting a doctor. For optimal pharmacological effects, take the medication at the same time of the day. Ativan 1mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. Ativan 1mg Tablet has a habit-forming tendency if taken in larger doses or for a longer period of time. So, inform the doctor if you have a history of addiction or substance abuse. Do not skip Ativan 1mg Tablet without consulting your doctor, even after the resolution of the symptoms. Suddenly stopping this medicine can lead to serious health issues, withdrawal symptoms, convulsions, behavioural disorders, tremors, etc.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹79.86 |
You Save | ₹10.89 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Lorazepam(1.0 Mg) |
Uses | Anxiety, panic attack, insomnia (Sleeplessness), sedation before surgery or dental procedures. |
Side effects | Drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, weakness and unsteadiness, falls and fractures, memory loss |
Therapy | ANTI-ANXIETY |
Uses of Ativan 1 MG
- Ativan 1mg Tablet is used for :-
- Treatment of anxiety
- Treatment of panic attack
- Treatment of insomnia (sleeplessness)
- Sedation before surgery or dental procedures
Contraindications of Ativan 1 MG
- If you are allergic to lorazepam or other ingredients of Ativan 1mg Tablet.
- If you consume alcohol regularly.
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- If you have a kidney disease.
- If you have a liver disease.
- If you have a respiratory disease.
- If you have a sleep derived disease.
- If you have acute narrow-angle glaucoma (caused by blocked draining canals in the eye, increasing pressure)
- If you have any heart (cardiovascular) diseases.
- If you suffer from myasthenia gravis
Side effects of Ativan 1 MG
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Confusion
- Weakness and unsteadiness
- Falls and fractures
- Memory loss
Precautions and Warnings of Ativan 1 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You notice any allergic reactions.
- Your condition does not improve or becomes worse after taking Ativan 1 mg Tablet.
- You are trying to conceive, are breastfeeding, or taking birth control pills.
- You want to stop the medication.
- Ativan 1 mg Tablets can cause addiction, physical dependence and withdrawal reactions.
- Before the doctors prescribe this medication, inform your doctor about your past and ongoing medical history. Some conditions can make you more susceptible to the side effects or intensify them.
- Ativan 1mg Tablet is not suitable for children. It should not be administered without consulting the doctors.
Mode of Action of Ativan 1 MG
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Ativan 1 MG
- You should take Ativan 1mg Tablets in the same dose and duration prescribed by the doctor.
- Ativan 1mg Tablet should be swallowed as a whole with water.
- It should not be chewed or crushed. Do not break the tablet.
- You can take Ativan 1mg Tablet with or without food.
- You should take it at a fixed time daily. Avoid missing a dose.
- This medicine should not be skipped, even after the resolution of the symptoms.
- Sudden stoppage of this medicine can result in treatment failure or the development of withdrawal symptoms, which can lead to serious health issues.
Interactions of Ativan 1 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- To avoid side effects associated with medicine interactions, tell your doctor about any medicines, herbal medicines or supplements, and vitamins supplement you are currently taking. Ativan 1mg Tablet can cause adverse effects with the following medicines:...
- Antidepressants such as phenelzine, iproniazid
- Antibiotics, lithium, and tryptophan
- Medicine for migraine, stomach ulcers, and fungal infections with Ativan 1 mg Tablets
- Seek medical advice before taking Ativan 1 mg Tablets if you are on opioids. Opioids have additive effects and lead to sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death.
- Pain killers
- Medicines that decrease blood levels of potassium or magnesium, as they have the tendency to increase the risk of life-threatening heart rhythm disorder.
Interactions with food items
- There is no information available regarding the interaction of food with Ativan 1 mg Tablets.
Storage and disposal of Ativan 1 MG
Dosage of Ativan 1 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
DR. Pallavi Kaushik
BDS & Masters in Clinical Research
Dr. Varsha Parihar
MBBS, MD (Community Medicine)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How long does an Ativan 1 mg Tablet stay in the body?
Q: Can Ativan 1 mg Tablet cause addiction?
Q: Can Ativan 1 mg Tablet cause memory loss?
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