Seizures that last longer than 5 minutes are unlikely to stop without intervention and should be promptly treated with a benzodiazepine [3]. Benzodiazepines, such as Valium (diazepam), Ativan ...

(Go here to learn what these seizures types are). clonazepam (Klonopin): Clonazepam is a member of the drug class known as benzodiazepines, to which diazepam (Valium), lorazepam (Ativan), clorazepate ...

Of the 56 seizures treated, 30 received lorazepam, 19 diazepam, and seven both drugs. Twenty two episodes (39%) of prolonged seizure were treated with multiple doses of benzodiazepines. In eight ...

Her NIHSS was 26 for decreased level of consciousness and intermittent right hemiparesis. She was given Ativan, Versed, loaded with Vimpat to control the seizures without success, and ultimately ...

Lorazepam 2mg/mL, 4mg/mL ... sedation, and reduction of seizure activity. Acute narrow-angle glaucoma. Sleep apnea. Severe respiratory insufficiency (except as preanesthetic during mechanical ...