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A member asked:

Can i take ativan while still taking keppra (levetiracetam) and topamax for my seizures?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Ativan (lorazepam): As prescribed, yes.

Dr Pappas agreed

Answered 7/19/2013

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Likely fine: Doubt you will encounter any profound problem, but all three can cause drowsiness, and together, you may feel a bit doped up, but since Ativan (lorazepam) has a short half-life, not a continuous problem.

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Answered 11/19/2018

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