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A member asked:

Is ativan (lorazepam) that has expired harmful/dangerous to take? or will it just lose its potency?

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Dr. Edgar Mendizabal answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Probable: safe, just less potent

Answered 6/1/2020

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Well: It just gets weaker and loses potency usually. Consult your physician for specific advice

Answered 8/21/2016

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