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Lorazepam

Also known as: ativan

An intermediate acting benzodiazepine commonly known as Ativan, commonly prescribed as an alternative to Xanax. Sedating, hypnotic and anxiolytic. Potential to induce amnesia and lowered inhibitions in overdose. Do not combine with other depressants.

Dosage

Intramuscular

Common: 0.5-1mg
Light: 0.25-0.5mg
Strong: 1-2mg

Oral

Common: 1-2mg
Light: 0.5mg-1mg
Strong: 2-4mg

NOTE: Warning - higher doses increase the chances of blacking out. Also 1mg Lorazepam ~= 10mg Diazepam.

Duration

Onset: 5-30 minutes
Duration: 4-8 hours
After effects: 1-12 hours

Timeline

Onset
5-30 minutes
Peak
4-8 hours
After
1-12 hours
010.3h20.5h
Typical
Extended range

Effects

Anxiolyticsedativehigh muscle relaxant properties

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