I have been taking lorazepam for 3 months
I have seizures. I am taking lorazepam for anxiety. Now I am feeling better. Should I give up this?
Question posted by Mir aqib on 10 June 2022
Last updated on 10 June 2022
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WildcatVet
10 June 2022
Mir,
If you've been taking lorazepam for 3 months you can't just stop it even if you're feeling better because you could suffer withdrawal symptoms and further seizures.
You need to discuss this with the doctor who prescribed the medication and get their professional advice.
masso
10 June 2022
Lorazepam has to be stopped gradually under medical supervision.
Lorazepam belongs to the drug class of Benzodiazepines which are very addicting and it is hard to come off them, do not discontinue the use of this med before you talk to your Dr. in order to minimize withdrawals from stopping abruptly.
masso
10 June 2022
Lorazepam
Withdrawal Symptoms: Headaches, terror, anxiety, insomnia, confusion, irritability, fatigue, dizziness, hypersensitivity to light or sound, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, hallucinations, seizures, abdominal cramps, muscle pain, agitation, heart palpitations, tachycardia, panic attacks
Source> American Addiction Centers
masso
10 June 2022
Psychological Dependence: Because lorazepam changes the chemical balance of your brain, your brain can become highly dependent on lorazepam, which can make it very hard to withdraw from.
American Addiction Centers
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