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What Are The Repercussions Of Overdosing On Lorazepam?

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Question : would 3mg. of lorazepam used in .5mg dose over 3 day be any cause for worry of an overdose?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Michelle Gibson (19 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
some persons use up to 4 mg daily

Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic

The maximum daily dose of lorazepam can be up to 4 mg a day. This means that this is the amount that can be prescribed by some doctors for patients if needed.

This means that the use of 3 mg of lorazepam over a 3 day period should not cause any significant symptoms.

It can possibly be associated with drowsiness and dizziness but these would be the main possible effects that may occur.

I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
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What Are The Repercussions Of Overdosing On Lorazepam?

Brief Answer: some persons use up to 4 mg daily Detailed Answer: HI, thanks for using healthcare magic The maximum daily dose of lorazepam can be up to 4 mg a day. This means that this is the amount that can be prescribed by some doctors for patients if needed. This means that the use of 3 mg of lorazepam over a 3 day period should not cause any significant symptoms. It can possibly be associated with drowsiness and dizziness but these would be the main possible effects that may occur. I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions