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A member asked:

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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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.

Answered 7/13/2015

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