What are ativan withdrawal sypmtoms?

Question

are muscle spasms (left side) sharp shooting pains and abdominal pain common to dose reduction. My doctor would like me to stay at current daily dose, I feel otherwise, and rather take as needed

Answer 1

Sam...yes, those can be symptoms of dose reduction.  You may feel moody, anxious and have a lot of muscle tension.  The best way to avoid these withdrawal symptoms is to go down very slowly.

I understand wanting to take your meds as needed (I prefer that myself), especially ones like Ativan, a benzodiazipine that is potentially addictive.  Just do not be afraid to take it when you do need it.  Addiction is unlikely when taken with a doctor's supervision and only as prescribed.

Good luck Sam.

Answer 2

Most common withdrawal effects - Addiction. Try to stay off the med.  I was prescribed 6mg xanax/ativan daily and it led me to my attempted suicide and drug addiction