Posted by Ted on November 18, 2000, at 14:16:33
In reply to Kava Kava or Ativan? Which is best?, posted by angelrose on November 18, 2000, at 12:44:02
Hi angelrose,
Which is safer? I cannot answer, but here are some comments:
1. ativan (lorazepam) is addictive.
2. a pharmacology joke goes "the only way to kill a lab rat with a benzodiazepine is to bury it until it suffocates." This means that, aside from its addictive properties, it is really quite safe toxicologically speaking.
3. ativan isn't a hypnotic, it is a benzodiazepine tranquilizer. If you have trouble sleeping, go for ambien. It works great and has less addictive properties. Keep the dose as low as you can to have it work, preferable 10mg or less.Good luck,
Ted> Hi all,
> I've been experiencing insomnia and increased anxiety this last week and I started taking Kava Kava.
> Is it a safe combo? It helps to reduce my anxiety. Or is it best to take Ativan?
> Which one is safer?
> Suggestions, comments are always appreciated.
> Thanks!
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