Question 1

took 2 meclizine (antivert) pills today for dizziness. it caused severe anxiety. can i take an ativan (lorazepam) to help me relax or will it interact?

Accepted Answer

Caution: Meclizine is an older antihistamine like Benadryl (diphenhydramine) so typically causes drowsiness, not anxiety, but every patient is different.  Long-acting benzos like Ativan are also used to help control dizziness, so the two drugs will work well together to suppress vertigo, but will also double the sedation.  Taking one Ativan pill now should be ok, but better to start with just one pill of each initially.

Question 2

alright, but if i do end up having an anxiety attack on antivert, (meclizine) what do i do? can i take ativan with it? i heard that's a bad idea.

Accepted Answer

It's  no problem to: combine Ativan with anti vert,however,you may experience some sedation,so ,no driving.Many Doc's prefer Xanax (alprazolam) to treat panic attack due to its rapid onset of action and peak blood levels.All of this should be reviewed with your treating physician,as with any contemplated medication adjustment.

Question 3

what to do if i took a xanax (alprazolam) xr earlier today and tonight can i take an ativan?

Accepted Answer

Xanax (alprazolam): I would not recommend both medications at same time. Talk to your doctor about one or the other.

Question 4

can i take an ativan (lorazepam) 6 hours after taking oxycodone?

Accepted Answer

Yes, however...: Discuss with your pcp or specialist because concomitant use of benzos like Ativan (lorazepam) and opioids like oxycodone can result in excessive sedation.

Question 5

can i take an ativan once a day and than ambien 2 hours later?

Accepted Answer

: That is somewhat dangerous at your age. You should choose either one of them but not both.

Question 6

if i take an ativan before a cortisol am blood test, will the ativan effect my cortisol levels result?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Reducing anxiety (Ativan ). Can lower cortisol levels but Ativan does not directly affect cortisol levels.  So, if you took Ativan due to anxiety before the cortisol blood test the result could be a lower cortisol level than you would have had without the anxiety.

Question 7

can i take an ativan .5 mg with elavil (amitriptyline) 10 mgs before bedtime?

Accepted Answer

Medication effects: Using Elavil (amitriptyline) with Ativan may increase dizziness, confusion, impairment in thinking, judgment, and motor coordination

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Question 8

i'm having a panic attack and feeling really depressed today.  can i take an ativan .25mg after i drank last night to help.  it's been 18 hours since ?

Accepted Answer

Panic attack: You can safely take your normal dose of 0.25 mg Ativan as long as you are not drowsy or confused, or not experiencing a hangover from an episode of binge drinking.

Question 9

i am on eliquis. this morning (17 hours ago), i took lexapro 10 mg. tonight, i took 2 extra strength tylenol and 2 benadryl. can i take an ativan too?

Accepted Answer

Meds: I think it is unwise to take all these meds together unless for a specific condition.

Question 10

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.

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Can I take an Ativan 5hrs after taking antivert

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Took 2 meclizine (antivert) pills today for dizziness. it caused severe anxiety. can i take an ativan (lorazepam) to help me relax or will it interact?

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Alright, but if i do end up having an anxiety attack on antivert, (meclizine) what do i do? can i take ativan with it? i heard that's a bad idea.

A member asked:

What to do if i took a xanax (alprazolam) xr earlier today and tonight can i take an ativan?

A member asked:

Can i take an ativan (lorazepam) 6 hours after taking oxycodone?

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Can i take an ativan once a day and than ambien 2 hours later?

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If i take an ativan before a cortisol am blood test, will the ativan effect my cortisol levels result?

A member asked:

Can i take an ativan .5 mg with elavil (amitriptyline) 10 mgs before bedtime?

A member asked:

I'm having a panic attack and feeling really depressed today. can i take an ativan .25mg after i drank last night to help. it's been 18 hours since ?

A member asked:

I am on eliquis. this morning (17 hours ago), i took lexapro 10 mg. tonight, i took 2 extra strength tylenol and 2 benadryl. can i take an ativan too?

A member asked:

Can i take propranolol while taking ativan?

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