Hair loss is a possible side effect Ativan^® (lorazepam), as well as other benzodiazepine medications. However, hair loss is not among the most common Ativan side effects reported in clinical studies, and the exact percentage of people who develop hair loss while taking Ativan was not reported.

 

Given how common hair loss is in the general population, it is difficult to say whether hair loss is caused by Ativan, genetics, other factors, or a combination of these things.

 

If you are taking Ativan and hair loss becomes a problem, talk with your healthcare provider. Depending on how severe the hair loss is, there are things that he or she may be able to do. If your symptoms continue to be bothersome or if your healthcare provider believes that the medicine is causing your hair loss, he or she may recommend trying another anxiety treatment.