Is Ativan Still Prescribed?

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Is Ativan Still Prescribed?

Ativan Ativan is a depressant of the benzodiazepine class which has anxiolytic, amnesic, sedative/hypnotic, anticonvulsant and muscle relaxant effects. The generic name for Ativan is Lorazepam, which has a relatively high addictive potential.

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09-07-2009, 01:40 AM

Lorraine

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Is Ativan Still Prescribed?

I was just wondering if, with all the new medications available to treat anxiety, Ativan is still widely prescribed by physicians? Are there any new alternatives out there that are not as addictive as Ativan can be?

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