LORAZEPAM - (Ativan)
side effects and withdrawal symptoms
LORAZEPAM is a short to medium-acting benzodiazepine tranquilizer that has sedative/hypnotic, amnesic (memory disturbance), anticonvulsant and muscle relaxant qualities. Since 1971, LORAZEPAM has been primarily prescribed to treat the symptom of anxiety. However, a study performed in Göttingen Germany, concluded that compared to other benzodiazepines, LORAZEPAM has a high addictive potential. Also, the potent amnesic effect makes it less desirable for daily use as it can impair memory. The efficacy for the use of LORAZEPAM in treating anxiety is greatly diminished within a few months, requiring dose increases to maintain effects.
LORAZEPAM, like all benzodiazepines, alters the sleep by reducing the amounts of restorative Rapid Eye Movement (REM) sleep and increasing the non-restorative sleep patterns. This can result in daytime drowsiness and poor cognitive function. LORAZEPAM also depresses the tone of respiratory muscles, leading to sleep apnea.
Because severe withdrawal symptoms can occur from standard doses after short-term use, anyone taking LORAZEPAM should discontinue through slow and gradual dose reduction. Coming off long-term LORAZEPAM use may be more realistically achieved by switching to Diazepam for the withdrawal process. The dose reductions are felt less acutely as Diazepam has a longer half-life than LORAZEPAM, thus minimizing the breakthrough anxiety during the withdrawal process.
LORAZEPAM like many drugs, deplete the body of essential vitamins, minerals as well as Glutathione (the body’s master antioxidant). Glutathione is essential for a healthy immune system and the detoxification process. Low Glutathione levels are associated with immune and liver dysfunction, cardiac disease and premature aging.
This may explain why prolonged use of benzodiazepines can severely compromise our health. Dr. Jimmy Gutman describes Glutathione as “Food for the Immune System.” Replenishing the body of critical Glutathione levels not only helps to improve immune function, but also allows the body to detoxify naturally.
The POINT of RETURN Withdrawal Program was specifically developed to address the extensive depletion caused by LORAZEPAM, while also providing support to the body and brain during the withdrawal process.
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symptoms MAY include but not limited to:
LORAZEPAM Side Effects May Include:
Dizziness, sedation (excessive calm), unsteadiness, weakness, agitation, change in appetite, depression, eye function disorders, headache, memory impairment, mental disorientation, nausea, skin problems, sleep disturbance, stomach, intestinal disorders, tolerance and dependency. abdominal pains, aching, agoraphobia, anxiety, blurred vision, body vibrations, changes in perception, diarrhea, distended abdomen, feeling of unreality, flu-like symptoms, flatulence, food cravings, hair loss, heart palpitations, heavy limbs, increased allergies, increased sense of smell, insomnia, lethargy, loss of balance, metallic taste, muscle spasms, nightmares, panic attacks, paranoia, persistent & unpleasant memories, severe headaches, shaking, short term memory loss, sore mouth and tongue, sound & light sensitivity, speech difficulties, sweating, suicidal thoughts, tinnitus, unusually sensitive, fear
LORAZEPAM Abrupt Discontinuation Symptoms May Include:
abdominal and muscle cramps, convulsions, depressed mood, inability to fall or stay asleep, sweating, tremors, vomiting
LORAZEPAM Withdrawal Symptoms May Include:
abdominal pains, aching, agoraphobia, anxiety, blurred vision, body vibrations, changes in perception, diarrhea, distended abdomen, feeling of unreality, flu-like symptoms, flatulence, food cravings, hair loss, heart palpitations, heavy limbs, increased allergies, increased sense of smell, insomnia, lethargy, loss of balance, metallic taste, muscle spasms, nightmares, panic attacks, paranoia, persistent & unpleasant memories, severe headaches, shaking, short term memory loss, sore mouth and tongue, sound & light sensitivity, speech difficulties, sweating, suicidal thoughts, tinnitus, unusually sensitive, fear
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*These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure disease or illness.
