Ativan (Lorazepam) is a benzodiazepine approved for treatment of GAD. It is also used for PD, SAD, and GAD. Agoraphobia is one specific example of something Ativan can help treat.
Like Xanax, Ativan typically is not sleep-producing when given in lower doses. Remember the important patient teaching that goes along with benzos!!
I have been switched back n forth from xanax to valium for several years, yet everytime i go into the hospital they use ativan. My Dr. finally agreed to let me try ativan for a month for severe panic attacks n whoa what a diff. I actually feel happy on this medicine n have the energy i need to perform my daily chores. Much better choice for anxiety.
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