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If i take less the a milligram a day of ativan (lorazepam) will i have withdrawals if i stop that amout ?

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Dr. John Moranville answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Unlikely: Would depend to some extent how long you have been taking it. The main thing i would expect would be some rebound anxiety and insomnia. It is always best to taper, but once you are down to 0.5 mg you could either drop down to 1/2 of a 0.5 mg pill for a few days and then d/c. Make sure you discuss your plan with your prescribing doc.

Answered 10/4/2016

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Unlikely have withdr: while you may not have withdrawal symptoms, you may have a return of the anxiety for which you are taking it. Make sure to do the weaning with doctors oversite.

Answered 6/18/2018

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Please see your Psychiatrist for an evaluation of your medication. If you are not confident in your Psychiatrist please see another for a second opinion

Answered 12/30/2022

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