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withdrawing from lorazepam

by lisac08, Sep 22, 2008 10:32PM

how do you withdraw from lorazepam and how long does it take

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by cj29

, Sep 23, 2008 01:58PM

To: lisac

How long were you on the medication and what was your dose? Are you tapering off under your doc's orders and supervision? It is important to do it as suggested by your doctor because it will minimize withdrawal effects. Keep us posted!

by lisac08, Sep 23, 2008 11:04PM

i have been taking it for a little more than a month and i only take a total of 0.5 mg a day i know thats not much but i worry about when i do need to get off

by ativan, Sep 24, 2008 03:09AM

To: lisac08

dont worry lisa you should have no problems coming of 0.5mgs plus you have only been on it a short while, but you still must consult your doctor never come of meds without help, good luck
janis.

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