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Gave husband 2 mgs lorazapam by mistake fell asleep for 4 hrs any need for alarm?

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Yes: Should be watched for sedation and diminished respiration and reflexes. Depends on coexisting other factors...disease, meds

Answered 6/20/2014

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

It sounds like he: slept off the lorazepam. It can be quite sedating. Doesn't sound like any harm was done. It could have been dangerous if he drove a vehicle or operated dangerous machinery. Be cautious with benzodiazapines in the future. Take care.

Answered 6/20/2014

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