Ativan Pill Identification | What Does Lorazepam Look Like?

Lorazepam (brand name Ativan) comes as a tablet or an Ativan injection. What an Ativan tablet looks like (the color, shape, and imprint) primarily depends on the manufacturer and dosage.

Ativan is used in the short-term treatment of anxiety disorders and seizures. As a benzodiazepine, the drug works by increasing the effects of the neurotransmitter GABA in the brain. This leads to the activity in the brain and central nervous system to slow down.

Round Ativan Pills

Lorazepam pills are typically white and round in shape. Where they differ is in the dosage and imprint.

0.5 mg Pill

Ativan comes in a 0.5 mg tablet and is white and round no matter the manufacturer. The only difference between the pills is what’s imprinted on one side of each tablet.

Some of the imprints you find see on 0.5 mg Ativan pills include:

• “EP 904”.
• “WATSON 240 0.5”
• “TV 0.5 5R”
• “SZ 197”
• “M 321”
• “U32”
• “WATSON”
• “240 0.5”
• “321”

1 mg Pill

Ativan tablets also come in a 1 mg dose that are white in color and round in shape. Again, where they differ is what’s imprinted on one side of the pill.

Some of the most common imprints seen on 1.0 mg lorazepam pills include:

• “EP 905 1”
• “241 1 WATSON”
• “U33”
• “RX 773”
• “MYLAN 457”

2 mg Pill

Lorazepam tablets can also be found in a 2 mg dose.

They are white and round in shape, but the various imprints on 2.0 mg Ativan pills may include:

• “242 2 WATSON”
• “EP 906 2”
• “U 34 2”
• “MYLAN 777”
• “EP 906 2”
• “GG 93”
• “MP 96”

Five-Sided Ativan Pills

Ativan pills can also be found in a pentagon or five-sided shape. They are usually white in color and come in a few different doses.

0.5 mg Pill

There is at least one 0.5 mg Ativan pill that comes in a five-sided shape. It’s typically white and has “0.5 511” printed on one side of the pill.

1 mg Pill

The five-sided lorazepam tablet can also come in a 1 mg dose. It’s likely white and has “1 MG 511” printed on the pill.

2 mg Pill

Like the round Ativan pill, the five-sided pill can also be found in a 2 mg dose. It’s white in color and may have “2 MG 511” or “A 2 BPI 65” imprinted on the pill.

Side Effects Of Ativan

While knowing what Ativan looks like is important, knowing what side effects the drug comes with is just as vital. The side effects can range in intensity and you should let your healthcare provider know if any of these effects show up.

Some of the most common side effects of lorazepam may include:

• drowsiness
• dizziness
• dry mouth
• diarrhea
• nausea
• changes in appetite
• constipation
• difficulty urinating
• blurred vision

Drug Interactions

Taking lorazepam with certain other drugs can also lead to serious adverse reactions that may be life-threatening.

Some of the drugs that should not be taken with lorazepam include:

• nutritional supplements
• antihistamines
• certain antidepressants
• anticonvulsants
• cold/allergy medicine
• muscle relaxants
• oral contraceptives
• opioid painkillers
• sedatives
• tranquilizers

Additionally, if you’ve ever had an allergic reaction to lorazepam, alprazolam (Xanax), clonazepam (Klonopin), diazepam (Valium), or other benzodiazepines, Ativan is likely not for you. Make sure to let your healthcare provider know before they prescribe this medication.

Medical Conditions

There are also certain health conditions that Ativan doesn’t mix well with.

The drug can actually worsen the following medical conditions:

• narrow-angle glaucoma
• seizures
• sleep apnea
• respiratory depression
• chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• heart disease
• liver disease

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, lorazepam may also not be right for you. For those who are pregnant, the prescription drug could harm the fetus. As for breastfeeding, Ativan can transfer into breast milk which could negatively affect a nursing baby.

Withdrawal Symptoms

Since Ativan is classified as a Schedule IV controlled substance by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), it has a relatively low potential for abuse. But it can still lead to dependence and addiction.

If you abuse or take high doses of Ativan, a dependence can build up. If that happens and then you try to quit the drug, withdrawal symptoms are likely to occur.

These symptoms can include:

• cravings
• sleep problems
• tremors
• difficulty concentrating
• nausea
• vomiting
• muscle pain or stiffness
• anxiety
• changes in blood pressure
• rapid heart rate
• weight loss
• panic attacks

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