Ativan
Ativan Brand names, Ativan Analogs
Ativan Brand Names Mixture
- No information avaliable
Ativan Chemical_Formula
C15H10Cl2N2O2
Ativan RX_link
http://www.rxlist.com/cgi/generic/loraz.htm
Ativan fda sheet
Ativan msds (material safety sheet)
Ativan Synthesis Reference
Childress, Gluckman, J. Pharm. Sci. 53, 577 (1964)
Ativan Molecular Weight
321.158 g/mol
Ativan Melting Point
166-168oC
Ativan H2O Solubility
0.08 mg/mL
Ativan State
Solid
Ativan LogP
2.959
Ativan Dosage Forms
Tablet; Injection
Ativan Indication
For the management of anxiety disorders or for the short-term relief of the symptoms of anxiety or anxiety associated with depressive symptoms
Ativan Pharmacology
Lorazepam, a benzodiazepine not transformed to active metabolites, is used to treat anxiety, status epilepticus, and for sedation induction and anterograde amnesia.
Ativan Absorption
Readily absorbed with an absolute bioavailability of 90%.
Ativan side effects and Toxicity
Somnolence, confusion, and coma, LD50=3178mg/kg (orally in mice).
Ativan Patient Information
Lorazepam is a benzodiazepine used for the treatment of anxiety, anxiety with depression, and insomnia. Inform your physician if you are pregnant or nursing. Lorazepam may cause dizziness and drowsiness; use caution while driving or operating hazardous machinery. Do not take any other sedating drugs or drink alcohol while taking this medication. Lorazepam may be habit forming. It is advisable that patients consult with their physician before changing the dose. Withdrawal symptoms may occur after you stop taking it. This medication may be taken with or without food.
Ativan Organisms Affected
Humans and other mammals
