* Drug and alcohol dependence – There is an increased risk of abuse of lorazepam.

This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Falls and hip fractures are frequently reported. Lorazepam also has abuse potential; the main types of misuse are for recreational purposes or continued use against medical advice. Important information about AtivanDo not use Ativan if you are allergic to lorazepam or to other benzodiazepines, such as alprazolam (Xanax), chlordiazepoxide (Librium), clorazepate (Tranxene), diazepam (Valium), or oxazepam (Serax). A similar lorazepam dose given intravenously will result in an earlier and higher peak serum level, with a higher relative proportion of unmetabolised (active) lorazepam. The sedative-hypnotic and anterograde amnesia properties of lorazepam are sometimes used for criminal purposes. It is dangerous to try and purchase Ativan on the Internet or from vendors outside of the United States. 2%), and unsteadiness (3. Accidental falls are common in elderly patients who take benzodiazepines. Ativan should be used for only a short time.