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I was wondering is ativan (lorazepam) safe to use long-term to treat generalized anxiety disorder?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Although some: People do fine with long term use - development of tolerance can occur.

Dr Munshower and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 3/25/2014

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