Ativan, or lorazepam, is a potent benzodiazepine medication widely prescribed to treat anxiety disorders, insomnia, and seizures. It functions by enhancing the effects of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), a neurotransmitter that regulates brain activity, inducing a calming and soothing effect. Ativan can be administered orally or intravenously, with a fast onset of action. While highly effective for short-term anxiety management. It comes in 1mg and 2mg.