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Is 2 mgs of lorazapam that big of a dose that it would have you pass out mid day for 4 to 5 hours 170 lb male ?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

That is possible.: Sedation is a frequent side effect.

Answered 6/20/2014

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A member asked:

Is 2 mgs of lorazapam that big of a dose that it would have you pass out mid day for 4 to 5 hours 170 lb male ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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