Is Ativan Habit Forming

I have severe pain in my back and migraines and I have a lot of severe spasms in my feet and legs that keep me up at night. Please advise whether ativan is used for pain? ## Ativan is a benzodizaepine that is most commonly used to treat anxiety and nervous disorders, though in some cases it can help with insomnia and preventing seizures. The FDA warns that it carries the risk of being habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, and irritability. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Diana, No, Ativan (lorazepam) is an anti-anxiety agent. They are sometimes used as a muscle relaxant. They belong to a family of drugs commonly known as benzodiazepine's. This is a potent medication that carries a risk of abuse.

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My mother is 93 and suffering from dementia and Parkinson’s disease. Does this drug make it worse? ## Yes, the FDA does warn that Ativan, which contains the active ingredient Lorazepam, can be habit forming. Other side effects may include nausea, dizziness, irritability, and headache. Is she on any other medications? ## Parkinson's can cause anxiety and stress and the ativan can help to alleviate that. At 93, I think the benefits of taking Ativan outweigh any risks. Just my opinion. I am not a medical doctor or a pharmacist. ## Are you kidding? She is 93 years old! Let her have the Ativan if she is anxious. ## Agreed. It's mildly habit-forming, but any very slim risks of addiction are outweighed by the benefits she's getting from it's positive effects on her anxiet...

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I have some very small pills marked 57 on one side and on the other side a greek fish symbol with a line underneath it facing downward. Are these lorazapam? ## swall round white pill with an R on one side and the number 57 on the other side ## Yes, this tablet contains 0.5mgs of Lorazepam, it is a generic for Ativan, this is a benzodiazepine that's most commonly used to treat anxiety and nervous disorders. This medication has the potential to be habit forming and it may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache and irritability. Learn more Lorazepam details here. Are there any comments or questions? Is there anything I can help with?

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1 mg Ativan IS OK TO SPLIT THE PILL CONCERNED ABOUT THE RAW EDGE BURNING MY STOMACH OR STOMACH LINING? IS IT SAFE TO SPLIT 1MG ATIVAN? ## Hello, Doodle! How are you? According to the FDA information, Ativan tablets are regular release formulations, so cutting or breaking one is safe to do, as long as your doctor approves. This medication carries the risk of being habit forming and could cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache and irritability. Do you regularly have stomach problems? This medication isn't known to be very harsh on the stomach, but they can all irritate to some degree, whether cut or left intact.

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can you use this with tikyson Ativan ## Hello, Juju! How are you? I didn't find any problems or interactions listed, but it's always best to double check such information to be sure. The FDA classifies Ativan as a benzodiazepine, so it carries the risk of being habit forming and could cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache and irritability. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Family member was in ER for alcohol detox and was peaceful and easy going. Member began to have shakes and was given Ativan in an IV. Member became very irritated and aggressive. Member had to be restrained and Ativan was increased. Upon increase, member became violent and had to be restrained by 4 young security guards. Member was then taken to ICU and given propofol and a respirator was employed. What is in this stuff that set this member off ## Hello, Marty! How are you? It was probably the alcohol detox and not the Ativan, to be honest, though there is a small chance it was the combination of both. Ativan is a benzodiazepine that's most commonly used to treat anxiety and nervous disorders. It carries the risk of being habit forming and could cause side effects, such as nausea, d...

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I want to know which is stronger. The Ativan or Xanax? Which one lasts the longest? I have really bad anxiety so I wanted to know which one is better to take? ## Xanax is stronger than Ativan, it is actually twice as strong. You only need a half a milligram of it to equal each 1mg of the Ativan. The FDA warns that this medication carries the risk of being habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, and irritability. However, the only way to know which one will work best for you is by trying them. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Can someone go immediately from 2mg of Ativan four times a day to Klonopin 3 times a day without horrible withdrawal? ## What is the dosage of Klonopin that has been prescribed? It is stronger than Ativan and someone would need 4mgs of it to be equal to the 8mgs of Ativan. The FDA classifies these medications as benzodiazepines. They carry the risk of being habit forming and could cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache and irritability. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I take 6 mg Ativan a day , have done for years also 10mg Lexapro to combat depression , my question is I feel bad now its not the Ativan they just make me tired which is a great anxiety killer , the Lexapro may be the problem , I use it has a safety net against depression , sort of kill it befor...

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What's the best between ativan and alzam ## There is no one better medication, we are all different, so it really depends on which one works best for you. The NIH warns that this class of medications carries the risk of being habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, and irritability. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Have been taking ativan for 5 years after whiplash damage to merve in neck. My body cannot tolerate other meds lrescribed for this condition .... trepiline, lyrica, etc. I take 3x1mg ativan per day. However, it is not enough any more. What is worse , I have developed severe bruxism. Causes ringing in ears, ear pain, cramps over head, pain in left I. I want to stop taking it. What can I use. Normal pain meds do not help. Bee...

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What is considered a normal dose of Ativan? Which dose works best for what? Does it have a high risk for abuse? Are side effects frequently encountered? Any difficulty in getting scripts filled? ## There is no normal dose, per se, it really depends on the person being treated and the severity of the condition being treated. Yes, the FDA warns that it carries the risk of being habit forming, and abused. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, and irritability. It is a controlled substance, so most pharmacies will strictly regulate how often you can get in filled, and they watch the dosage you are taking. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I would like to know more about Ativan if anyone has additional information to share.

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how long does blurred vision last after taking ativan. I took.5 mg at midnight and still have blurred vision at 1:00 pm. ## Hello, Bossy! How are you? Is this the first time you've taken it? It may take a day or two for that to improve, but if it lasts any longer than that, you should have your doctor check it out. This medication carries the risk of being habit forming and other side effects may include nausea, dizziness, irritability and headache.

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I am taking suboxone 8.2 three times a day and my doctor told me this was the maximum dosage, however i am still struggling with terrible anxiety. I have read people take xannax or valium with suboxone. How is that? I didnt think i could ever get that as i am labled an addict by taking suboxone. Thanks for any advise ## Hello, Lorcos! How are you? I'm sorry about your anxiety issues. Your doctor is correct, that is the maximum daily dosage. As to whether or not someone can take benzodiazepines, while being treated with, that is entirely up to the individuals doctor. The FDA classifies Suboxone as an opiate that is most commonly used to treat drug addiction, so it has the potential to be habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth and co...

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What is the dosages of the Ativan extended release pill? ## It lasts 11 hours, .025, .50. .75 & 1 mg. ## Hello, Sergio! How are you? Those are just the available Ativan dosages, however, there is no extended release formulation of it on the U.S. market. The FDA warns that this medication carries the risk of being habit forming and could cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache and irritability. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Help is this real or fake? I do not trust the shipper? ## There are such things as 1mg Ativan. I was given a script after a recent trip to the hospital 1mg (Ativan or Loreazapine). Small and white and thinner then the 2mgs I do not remember the exact markings though. ## Are there any markings on the tablet in question? Can you please post back and clarify? The FDA warns that this medication carries the risk of being habit forming, and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, and irritability.

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Can xanax and ativan be taken together at the same time without hurting me physically? ## Hello, Beth! How are you? No, these are both benzodiazepines that treat the same conditions, so there is no need to take both. Additionally, doing so may result in overdose which has the potential to be fatal. Xanax is also stronger than Ativan, so the latter will have little effect in addition to Xanax. The FDA warns that these medications carry the risk of being habit forming and could cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache and irritability. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Yeah but that's a lot of benzos to take at one time. ## The answer is NO, Also if you can't spell either medication correctly don't take em'

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I just got avian filled yesterday. My new pyc doc gave me clopine can I get the chlopine script filled ## Hello, Tinkbell! How are you? No, they are both Benzodiazepines, so you should only take one or the other. I'd suggest calling your psych and asking him which you should take. This medication carries the risk of being habit forming and could cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache and irritability. Is there anything else I can help with?

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My doctor prescribed tramadol hcl 50 mg for pain in my joints, muscle and back. I also take 1mg Ativan twice a day. Should I have any concerns? I am now age 71 with a 6-year-old heart transplant. My heart is 29 years old and well. ## According to FDA warnings, both of these medications carry the risk of being habit forming, and combining them may cause more intense side effects, which could include nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, lowered blood pressure, lowered heart rate, and shallow breathing. How have you been doing taking them both? Congratulations on being 71 years young!

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My prescription for Ativan says take one tablet twice a day and not to exceed 4 times a week. I'm confused about how often I'm supposed to take them. Am I supposed to only take it four days out of seven? ## Yes, if that is what is on the prescription, you should only be taking 4 doses a week. The FDA warns that this medication carries the risk of being habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, and irritability. How long have you been taking it? What is the dosage?

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Is xanax a narcotic? Or is it addictive ## Yes, Xanax is a controlled substance. It is a benzodiazepine, as well as ativan, valium and klonopin....and yes, they are highly addictive and for the people who do need them can become dependent on them as well. ## It is a Class IV addictive psychotropic medicine, very addictive! ## Xanax contains the active ingredient Alprazolam, and it is a Benzodiazepine. It is most commonly used to treat anxiety, and nervous disorders. Yes, it does carry the risk of being habit forming, and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, irritability, and mood changes. Is there anything I can help with?

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Are dey the same medication of opiates? ## They are two different kinds of Benzodiazipines. These are not Opiates ## Eddy is correct, thank you, again, Eddy! Jose, to be precise, Watson lists that tablet as containing 2mgs of Lorazepam, so it is a generic for Ativan, which is a different benzodiazepine that treats the same conditions. The FDA warns that these medications carry the risk of being habit forming and could cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache and irritability. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Hi...I live in las vegas, and. I need to find a Doctor to help me out with my anxiety, I use to take klopin, a long time ago in Minnesota then I moved here like 12 years ago...I Hurd people talking about xanax....I say what is that they say its for anxiety.....

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