A member asked:

Been on ativan (lorazepam) 1mg for years how can i wean off? safely getting side effects dry eyes and anxiety!

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Dr. Tim Conrad answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Discuss with MD: To get off ativan, (lorazepam) you must be switched to another drug (like prozac) and then weaned slowly over months. See your primary care physician for this.

Answered 10/4/2016

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Dr. Ingeborg Dziedzic answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Omega 3's: Do it gradually. Cut it down to 1/2 then when ok to 1/4. If there are no contraindications use calming supplements like melatonin for sleep, cortitrol for adrenal help, omega3s for their anti-inflammatory potency and find someone you can talk to when life gets hard. Omega3's will also help the dry eye.

Answered 3/31/2015

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