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A member asked:

If i do not feel lorazepam is working well, what is a comparable benzodiazepine? i use them as sparingly as possible, but i do know i need them.

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THERE ARE PLENTY: Of alternatives for benzodiazepines, if indeed that is what is indicated in your particular case. These drugs are helpful but also dangerous if not dosed/used properly so please discuss these issues with your doctor as soon as you possibly can. Hope you stay well.

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/5/2016

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