Ativan Side Effects

The documented risks of these drugs are provided so the public can make informed, educated decisions. Ativan is a benzodiazepine (antianxiety drug). The FDA cites suicidal ideation/attempts are side side effects of Ativan. The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration warns that benzodiazepines can bring about hostility, as well as physical dependence. Ativan is also known as Idalprem, Lorax, Lorazepam, Orfidal, Tavor, Temesta, Wypax.

To see the total figures from IQVia on the number of people taking antianxiety drugs in the U.S., click here.

Please note: No one should attempt to get off of psychiatric drugs without a doctor’s supervision. To help find medical practitioners in your area, click here.

Also, read the FDA’s Ativan Medication Guide for more information. MedGuides include “the particular serious and significant public health concern that has created the need for the Medication Guide” and notes “pediatric risks.” (Note: Unfortunately, the FDA MedGuides only work on a desktop, not on a mobile device. Please complain to the FDA to make their public advisories accessible to all. 1-888-INFO-FDA or 1-888-463-6332.)



Drug Warnings:

There has been one drug regulatory agency warning from the United States warning that Ativan can cause profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma and death when used in combination with opioids.

Drug Studies:

There have been five studies done in three countries (Canada, United Kingdom and United States) on Ativan (or lorazepam). These include the following (note that some studies cite more than one side effect, so the list below may not be equal to the total number of studies):

2 studies on Ativan causing dementia
1 study on Ativan causing death or increased risk of death
1 study on Ativan causing risk of fractures
1 study on Ativan causing impaired driving or sleep-driving
1 study on Ativan causing cognitive impairment
1 study on Ativan causing sedation

This brochure is a simple guide that documents the dangerous and deadly side effects of the drugs prescribed to millions of men, women and children diagnosed with bogus mental disorders.