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I take ativan (lorazepam) but lately i have come quite addicted to it and now i am taking 4 everyday just for it to work . is this bad ? and what can i take inste

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

No pills: I appreciate your honesty. Perhaps a whole different approach is indicated. But first stopping safely under medical observation is indicated. Learning of the disease of addiction in treatment and them treating that disease effectively may bring you health and serenity.

Dr Fronzaglia ii, do, ms agreed

Answered 5/14/2016

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