Lorazepam Intensol and Nithiodote

• Generic Name: lorazepam
• Dosage Forms: oral solution, concentrate
• Other Brand Names: Ativan, Lorazepam Intensol

Lorazepam is used to treat anxiety disorders. It is also used for short-term relief of the symptoms of anxiety or anxiety caused by depression. Lorazepam is a benzodiazepine that works in the brain to relieve symptoms of anxiety. Benzodiazepines are central nervous system (CNS) depressants, which are medicines that slow down the nervous system.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: sodium nitrite / sodium thiosulfate
• Dosage Forms: injection
• Other Brand Names: Nithiodote

Nithiodote is a combination medicine that is used as an antidote to cyanide poisoning. This medicine works by helping cells in the body convert cyanide to a form that can be removed from the body through urination.

Nithiodote is used in an emergency to treat cyanide poisoning. This type of poisoning can occur if you are exposed to smoke from a house or industrial fire, if you swallow or breathe in cyanide, or if you get cyanide on your skin.

Nithiodote may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.