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Lorazepam? Lorazepan is a common misspelling of lorazepam.
Lorazepam (
Ativan®) is a drug that is approved to treat
anxiety. It belongs to a class of medications known as benzodiazepines. The drug is thought to work in the brain by enhancing the effects of
gamma-aminobutyric acid (
GABA) -- a brain chemical that is naturally calming.
Lorazepam comes in tablet, oral liquid, and injectable forms. As with all medications, side effects are possible with lorazepam. Some of the common side effects of this drug include dizziness, weakness, and unsteadiness. Among the conditions that you should tell your healthcare provider about before you take lorazepam are
glaucoma,
depression, liver disease (including liver failure or
cirrhosis), and any
allergies you may have (including allergies to food, dyes, or preservatives).
(For more information, click Lorazepam. This article provides an in-depth overview of the drug, including information on when and how to take it and what to do if you miss your dose or overdose.)
