Ativan is a brand-name drug that’s prescribed for anxiety, insomnia caused by anxiety, and other conditions. Ativan contains the active ingredient lorazepam and is not be safe to take during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Keep reading for specific information about reproductive health and Ativan. For a comprehensive look at Ativan, see this article.
If you can become pregnant, it’s important to consider whether Ativan is a safe choice for you.
Ativan can harm a fetus when a pregnant person takes it. Avoid taking Ativan during pregnancy.
If you’re pregnant or planning to become pregnant, talk with your doctor. They may advise you on how to stop taking Ativan.
If you’re breastfeeding or planning to do so, it’s important to consider how Ativan may affect you and your child.
Do not breastfeed while taking Ativan. This medication can pass through breast milk and cause side effects in a child who is breastfed.
Tell your doctor whether you’re breastfeeding or planning to do so. Your doctor may recommend other ways to feed your child during treatment with Ativan, or they may prescribe a different medication to treat your condition.
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