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How dangerous is ativan (lorazepam)?
4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Ativan (lorazepam): Mainly sedation, depends on dose. Also since it is short-acting, tolerance & abuse can develop with continued use.
Answered 11/11/2018
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Ativan harms: I commend you for being concern about harm of taking Ativan. Harms can be: •Developing of Tolerance Same dose does not relieve anxiety leading to taking higher dose and more frequently •Habit Forming- Taking higher dose for many months or longer •Withdrawal symptoms- anxiety, depression, insomnia, restlessness, confusion, irritability, sweating, dizziness, derealization , depersonalization
Answered 7/6/2020
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Ativan: Ativan can be addictive. There is danger of respiratory depression with Ativan is mixed with alcohol.
Answered 7/6/2020
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