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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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Dr. Linda Chuang answered

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.

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Answered 4/2/2016

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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.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Linda Chuang answered

Dr Pappas and another doctor agreed

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