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I abused ativan (lorazepam) for the past 8 days (6mg/day) that i got illegally. will i have withdrawal and when will my system be clear. i have experience w/ drug?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Ativan (lorazepam) Testing: The literature is widely different about testing for these drugs. I caution my patients that Ativan (lorazepam) can be found for six to eight weeks after use on drug testing.

Answered 6/24/2014

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