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Will lorazepram when taken as prescribed cause me any long term harm? .5 every six hrs daily. been taking for 22 days until celexa (citalopram) at therapeutic levl

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Short-term use only: Benzodiazepines are indicated for the short-term use (2–4 weeks only). The use of benzodiazepines, including lorazepam, may lead to physical and psychological dependence, so do not take higher doses of the medication or use it for a longer time than your doctor recommends.

Answered 8/24/2014

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