One member of the benzodiazepine class of drugs is lorazepam, which is marketed under the name Ativan. Prescriptions for it are frequently given to treat sleeplessness, seizures, and anxiety problems. When gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) is released, the body is calmed down. Ativan acts by amplifying the effects of this neurotransmitter. When treating anxiety disorders temporarily, Ativan is frequently administered. Tension, agitation, and anxiety can all be lessened with its aid.