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How fast generally one can develop dependance of lorazepam 1mg if its only being taken on need/occasional basis. i suffer from anxiety,sleep issue at times & only require it on those days, don't want to develop habit or depend on it everyday. thanks?
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you generally develop dependance within in a month if taken regularly. Good Luck
Answered 1/1/2022
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Lorazepam is not your best choice to help your sleep issues due to interference with sequential sleep cycles, ongoing tolerance even if taken intermittently, and insidious habituation. Would suggest more successful longterm outcomes via cognitive behavioral therapy and a sleep hygiene program.
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