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Can Cocaine Cause Panic Attacks?
Question: Hi,
I am 31 female and i have some question to asking you. I snorted some cocaine and drank some alcohols about 4 or 5 hours ago. Now i got very bad panic attack. I would like to ask is it okay to take ativan 0.5 mg?
Thank you
I am 31 female and i have some question to asking you. I snorted some cocaine and drank some alcohols about 4 or 5 hours ago. Now i got very bad panic attack. I would like to ask is it okay to take ativan 0.5 mg?
Thank you
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question.
Cocaine commonly causes panic attacks. It can also cause heart attacks in people your age. If you are sure this isn't a real heart attack and don't need immediate medical attention, then Ativan 0.5mg once would be safe.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Consultation
Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question.
Cocaine commonly causes panic attacks. It can also cause heart attacks in people your age. If you are sure this isn't a real heart attack and don't need immediate medical attention, then Ativan 0.5mg once would be safe.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Please remember to rate and close this answer thread when you are finished and satisfied.
In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly at my private web address below. After you ask a direct question, it would be my pleasure to be your dedicated personal physician on this website. My name is Dr. Sheppe, and I am an XXXXXXX doctor working in New York City at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, ranked #1 for Psychiatry in the United States (tinyurl.com/psyrank). For a personalized comprehensive evaluation, treatment recommendations, and individual therapy, ask me at HealthCareMagic at this private web address: tinyurl.com/DrSheppeAnswers
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