Uses and Benefits
Ativan 2mg (lorazepam) is a benzodiazepine prescribed for the short-term management of acute anxiety episodes and anxiety-related insomnia. Its benefit is providing rapid relief from intense anxiety symptoms to support crisis stabilization and daily functioning under strict medical supervision.

Dosage and Administration
The 2mg tablet is a common dosage for acute symptoms, typically taken 2 to 3 times daily as needed for anxiety, or as a single dose at bedtime for insomnia. It is intended for short-term use. Tablets must be swallowed whole as prescribed.

Side Effects and Risks
Common effects: drowsiness, dizziness, weakness.
Serious risks: respiratory depression, severe physical and psychological dependence, life-threatening withdrawal symptoms (including seizures), memory impairment, and dangerous interactions with other CNS depressants. It is a Schedule IV controlled substance.