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What is the best benzo to replace ativan (lorazepam)?
4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Benzo: All are basically same. The difference is how long they stay in your system. For example, Ativan (lorazepam) is short-acting, Diazepam is long. Discuss with your Doc.
Answered 3/14/2015
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Ativan Dependence: Let the Wise Person in you ask: •Reasons for taking Ativan or another Benzodiazepine •Tolerance •Habit forming •Withdrawal •Use of Alcohol •Stresses in life causing Anxiety See a Psychiatrist for: •Benefits and side effects •Tolerance and Habit forming of Ativan and Benzodiazepine •Therapy for stresses of life •Breathing Relaxation •Music Relaxation •Meditation •Visual Imagery of National Parks
Answered 6/5/2017
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Depends: This question is not specific enough, sorry. It all depends on what you and your doctor are seeking to treat, duration needed, and other variable that are specific to you.
Answered 11/4/2014
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