Ativan, Good for Panic and Anxiety Disorder
What is Ativan?
Ativan is the trade name of Lorazepam. It is used for short to medium period of action. It is mainly consumed for the symptom of severe anxiety and insomnia. It is given prior to dentistry or endoscopies in order to reduce the anxiety. Ativan is a unique drug helpful in controlling vomiting and nausea associated with chemo therapy.
Precautions to be taken
Persons who are restricted to use Ativan include people who are/have
Allergic to drug
Hypersensitivity to drug
Have respiratory problem
Take intoxicating drinks
Have narrow-angle Glaucoma
Pregnant and breast feeding
Adverse Effects of Ativan
In some cases, the effects may be in the form of aggression, increased hostility and anger. Such paradoxical effects can be reduced by decreasing the dosage or via the complete withdrawal of Ativan.
Suicidal Attitude
High doses of Ativan may motivate the depressed patients to suicidal action. In that case, Ativan has to be prescribed along with an anti-depressant.
Amnesic Effects
Ativan is associated with amnesic effects. In order to avoid that effect, the dosage should not exceed 2 mg.
People who use benzodiazepines related drugs certainly suffer with side effects.
Need of Ativan
The hectic life of people, filled with excess pressure leads to anxiety, depression and stress. To overcome stressful endeavor and over powerful anxiety, the solution comes in the form of prescription medicine ‘Ativan”. There are number of products flooded in the market to reduce the symptoms of anxiety, depression and stress. All such products are the combination of minerals, vitamins, and few herbal products with some pharmaceutical preparations. If you opt for this drug, it is highly recommended that you take the advice of a physician. Abrupt discontinuation of the drug may cause spontaneous side effects such as cramping, sweating and convulsions. Natural therapies are an excellent alternative for such anti-anxiety medicines.
How long does Ativan stay in your System?
Ativan and all benzodiazepine group drugs stay in your system for 7-10 days. This time duration may vary from person to person. If you know how long does Ativan stay in your system, you may relax yourself during the time of drug test. There are three types of drug samples taken for the drug test. They are urine, blood and hair. Urine test is considered to be the most common and can be easily done at home. For the detection of longer usage of substance hair test is useful. Blood test though expensive, gives accurate results.
In order to avoid all unnecessary troubles to your health, you must know how long does Ativan stay in your system prior to the consumption of the drug. This could enable you to pass the drug tests with ease.
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I am a light THC user, I also am on a 2 mg a day prescription of Ativan for Anxiety, I took a at home THC test, and I passed. I dont think I should of passed. I wonder if the Ativan can mask the THC?
thanks, Joe
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i’ve also tried ativan. it works well for my anxiety. I bought it online in http://www.medsheaven.com
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Denise Abernathy Reply:
April 17th, 2010 at 8:30 pm
I would like to be able to purchase anxiety medications online, I am having a real problem with the doctors in Georgia. I have suffered from severe anxiety since I was 19. So if anyone can help guide me through the process it would be much appreciated.
Thank you, Denise
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I will have a minor surgery with local anesthesia next week.
As I am very nervous, I would like to take Ativan to relax. Is 2mg. prior to the surgery is too much?
Thank you for your response.
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Online is dangerous. A generic is only about $15 for 30 day supply at any pharmacy. Get a script from a Dr.
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anxiety depression is really an evil disease, it can really worsen your great life -
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my husband has mild anxiety and was perscribed ativan .2mg 3x a day. he has been taking it sor 3 days now and is tired, lethargic, unmotivated, headachy and feeling anti-social. how does he saftely back down off of this medication?
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I am on ativan it calms my anziety and it also helps my bp
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