How to Pronounce Lorazepam (Ativan)
lor-AZ-e-pam
IPA: /lɒr.ˈæz.ɛ.pæm/
Brand name: Ativan
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Lorazepam is pronounced lor-AZ-e-pam
How do you pronounce Lorazepam?
Lorazepam is pronounced “lor-AZ-e-pam”. It has 4 syllables: lor ‑ az ‑ e ‑ pam. The stress falls on the second syllable, “az”.
How many syllables are in Lorazepam?
Lorazepam has 4 syllables: lor ‑ az ‑ e ‑ pam.
What does Lorazepam mean?
Lorazepam is an intermediate-acting benzodiazepine used for anxiety, seizures, insomnia, and procedural sedation. It is preferred in hepatic impairment due to simple glucuronide conjugation.
Word Parts
suffix
-azepam
benzodiazepine (anti-anxiety)
Common Mispronunciations
Stress falls on syllable 2 (AZ) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable
Where You'll Encounter This
Anxiety, status epilepticus, alcohol withdrawal
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