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Was getting anxiety at work lightheaded lack of sleep etc mucsle spasms - was given lorazapam 2 mgs misunderstanding dosing could this have harmed me.

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Lorazepam: If you took 2mg of Lorazepam it may sedate you. No- it shouldn't harm you - but be careful to take as prescribed in future. Take care.

Dr Pappas and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 6/27/2014

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