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I have been on a pattern of taking one 0.5mg ativan or xanax, (alprazolam) for 2-3 days in a row, then take none for 5-6 days, then repeat. am i at risk for w/d?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

No: You were on a low d dose, and didn't even develop tolerance,

Dr Krishnamurthy agreed

Answered 8/7/2016

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A member asked:

I have been on a pattern of taking one 0.5mg ativan or xanax, (alprazolam) for 2-3 days in a row, then take none for 5-6 days, then repeat. am i at risk for w/d?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Al Hegab answered

Dr Krishnamurthy agreed

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