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65 lb 10 year old prescribed 1 mg of ativan (lorazepam) for anxiety to take at bedtime. is this okay?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Yes: dose is fine, wish you both wellness

Answered 9/5/2016

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