Anxiety: Ativan is commonly used to manage generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), social anxiety, and other anxiety-related conditions.
Panic Attacks: It can help reduce the frequency and intensity of panic attacks by calming the nervous system.
Insomnia: Due to its sedative effects, Ativan is sometimes prescribed for short-term management of sleep disturbances caused by anxiety.
Seizure Control: Ativan can also be used in the treatment of certain seizure disorders, like status epilepticus, where rapid and sustained seizure activity needs to be controlled.
Pre-operative Anxiety: Ativan may be used to alleviate anxiety before surgery or medical procedures.