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I've taken ativan (lorazepam) for 1.5 years progressing up to 1mg x 3 a day.spent 2months tapering off.took last pill 7days ago.should withdrawl dangers be over?

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Dr. Alan Ali
Dr. Alan Alianswered
Psychiatry 34 years experience
Ativan (lorazepam): Should be over by now, if no symptoms of anxiety.
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Dr. Judith Tellerman
Dr. Judith Tellermananswered
Clinical Psychology 44 years experience
Please see your Psychiatrist for an evaluation of your medication. If you are not confident in your Psychiatrist please see another for a second opinion
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Answered Dec 30, 2022
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