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If i took an ativan (lorazepam) how long until i can drink wine?

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Don't: Ativan (lorazepam) is not recommended to be used while drinking alcohol. It may potentiate the alcohol. To be safe wait 24 hours.

Dr Maes and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/10/2015

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