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How long after taking 1 mg of ativan can i consume alcohol? i did not take any yesterday and no longer feel the effects of todays (5 hours ago)

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Ativan: I would recommend waiting 12 hours before mixing alcohol with ativan.. There is still some risk with driving even after 12 hours. Bottom line: don't drink alcohol when taking ativan and then drive.

Dr Rhoads and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 12/26/2018

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Never: Alcohol is a poison that never did anybody any good, ever, so stay away from it.

Answered 12/22/2018

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