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Can ativan (lorazepam) cause cardiac arrest or heart problems?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Ativan (lorazepam): Taken in excess, it can depress respiratory functions & affect the heart, so do other sedatives. Please follow the prescription instructions & if taking other medications, inform your prescribing doctor. Also, mixing Ativan (lorazepam) with other depressants such as drugs or alcohol, is a no no.

Answered 6/24/2014

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Dr. Rick Koch answered

No: As long as taken as directed...Please don't mix with alcohol.

Answered 10/12/2012

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See below: An overdose of Ativan (lorazepam) especially if combined with alcohol and/or recreational drugs can cause cardiac arrest.

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