Lorazepam is generic for what drug?

Lorazepam is the generic name for the drug sold under brand names such as Ativan (US) and Temesta (many other countries). It’s a benzodiazepine used for anxiety, short-term sedation, pre-anesthetic sedation, and sometimes seizure control or alcohol withdrawal. It’s a Schedule IV controlled substance with risks of dependence and withdrawal; use under medical supervision.