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A member asked:
Been taking .5mg lorazapam at night for few months. helps sleeping. is this harmful? on cipralex now as well for 5 wks.
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Alternatives: It is not harmful to take it for a few months but does ultimately have addiction potential. It may be wise to ask your doctor about possible alternatives for insomnia. Also look into whether the insomnia is a primary disorder or a symptom of something else.
Answered 4/2/2016
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