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lorazepam/ativan

by muguet, Sep 12, 2007 10:38PM
My mother had a stroke at 98 and she is restless , mostly both her legs , her hands and she can't speak . She also has renal failure . Her nephrologist gave her lorazepan to calm her . Is this medication addictive and invasive for an senior of 98 years old ?  
Thank you for your advice  
Member Comments (1)

by vega1318, Sep 14, 2007 03:23PM
it's not addictive but something like seroquel may be a better choice for someone her age with restlessness after a stroke.
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