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Ativan

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At·i·van  (t-vn)
A trademark used for the drug lorazepam.
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Noun1.Ativan - tranquilizer (trade name Ativan) used to treat anxiety and tension and insomnia
benzodiazepine - any of several similar lipophilic amines used as tranquilizers or sedatives or hypnotics or muscle relaxants; chronic use can lead to dependency
brand, brand name, marque, trade name - a name given to a product or service


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Commonly prescribed and commonly abused by teens are Xanax (known as Zanies or Z bars), Valium, Ativan, and Klonopin.
Drugs that have been associated with unintentional weight loss include selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors such as Paxil, Prozac, and Celexa; cardiac agents such as Lasix, Lanoxin, and Vascor; amphetamines; appetite suppressants such as Adderall, Dexedrine, Cylert, Meridia, and Ritalin; and benzodiazepines such as Ativan and Klonopin.
The survey asked each plan for information about restrictions on five drugs: Advair, an asthma medication; Norvasc, a blood-pressure medication; Aciphex, a heartburn medication; Lexapro, an anti-depressant and anti-anxiety medication; and Ativan, another anti-anxiety medication.
 
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