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Yes. i have taken one .5mg of ativan (lorazepam) yesterday and one of the same today. i don't wish to take this medicine anymore after today. will i have any serious withdrawal?

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Dr. Christopher Conti answered

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ATIVAN (lorazepam): No risk of withdrawal after only two doses of Ativan (lorazepam).

Answered 2/18/2016

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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

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