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Is 2 mgs lorazapam an okay dose for stress at work, not sleeping well and overwelmed with workload and need for speed and accuracy.

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Dr. Carlos Satulovsky answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Not a great idea: Speed and accuracy can only be damaged by lorazepam. It is too addictive to consider long term use, you might become tolerant and present rebound anxiety if doses are skipped, in a short time. Much better options available, the answer is not a benzodiazepine like ativan. Ask your dr. Best of luck.

Answered 4/3/2016

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Thanks for asking!: Thats a big dose in my opinion. Be wary of it causing drowsiness and addiction.

Answered 9/18/2013

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Dr. Pamela Pappas answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Not long term!: Using 2mg Lorazepam in an ongoing, daily way would not be good for speed or accuracy. However, an er or other doctor may have dosed it that way as a one-time use, for needed symptom relief. It sounds like you need to work in an ongoing way with a good psychotherapist & psychiatrist to review your situation & your response to it. If needed, there are less habit-forming medications.

Answered 6/27/2014

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