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Which is safer in an average dose -klonopin or ativan-for a patient with cardiac disease -that is 2 stents in lad?

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Dr. Bennett Werner
Dr. Bennett Werneranswered
Cardiology 45 years experience
Both safe: Both drugs are safe for coronary heart disease. But they have somewhat different indications. You should use the one that best suits your needs. Let your provider help guide you.
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