Question 1

what is a reversal agent for morphine?

Accepted Answer

Naloxone: Naloxone (brand name Narcan) is the emergency medication used to reverse opiate overdose.

Question 2

can ativan cause you to hallucinate?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely : Extremely common in elderly that are very sensitive to benzodiazepines, also higher risk when used along other pain meds, muscle relaxants, alcohol, etc.

Question 3

how can i use my ativan (lorazepam) wisely?

Accepted Answer

Wise Use of Ativan: I commend you for wanting to use Ativan wisely.
Use Ativan for following symptoms if their intensity is 7 or more on a Scale of 10:
•	Excessive worrying and brooding
•	Mind racing
•	Restlessness
•	Difficulty in concentration
•	Irritability
•	Upsetness
•	Muscular tension
•Physical symptoms due to Anxiety
•Avoid Alcohol
Dose, frequency and duration of Ativan should be monitored by your Psychiatrist.

Question 4

can i take propranolol while taking ativan?

Accepted Answer

: There are not usually drug interactions between these two medications. If you have side effects from any medication, however, see your doctor. Be sure your doctor knows of all the medication and supplements that you are taking. Good luck.

Question 5

ativan ( lorazepam ) tolerance, what to do?

Accepted Answer

Wean off ativan (lorazepam): Ativan (lorazepam) is meant for short term use or occasional rescue use only.  This is because people will develop tolerance and dependence on ativan (lorazepam).
For persistent anxiety an long term anxiety controller medication should be used.  
Ativan (lorazepam) must be weaned off slowly to minimize withdrawal symptoms.

Question 6

can i take ativan (lorazepam) and ibrophen ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: No interactions were found between ativan (lorazepam) &amp; ibuprofen using a drug interaction checker. That does not  mean the a reaction isn't possible.

Question 7

could ativan (lorazepam) make you feel sick?

Accepted Answer

What symptoms are: Your referring to. Ativan (lorazepam) does have potential side effects. Please clarify and re-ask.

Question 8

how often take 1mg ativan (lorazepam) safetly?

Accepted Answer

Ativan (lorazepam): What does your prescription say?  Ativan (lorazepam) is generally prescribed every  6 to 8 hours but you should take it as prescribed by your doctor!

Question 9

how high a dose of ativan (lorazepam) is .5 mg?

Accepted Answer

Quite Low Moderate: Anxiety fighting doses range from .25 to 2mg. So, .5 is low - but not the lowest,

Question 10

what is the best benzo to replace ativan (lorazepam)?

Accepted Answer

Benzo: All are basically same. The difference is how long they stay in your system. For example, Ativan (lorazepam) is short-acting, Diazepam is long. Discuss with your Doc.

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