Lorazepam is a
benzodiazepine, and IMO, using it for that purpose would be very risky, and not a good longterm solution.
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Lorazepam has a relatively high physical addiction potential.
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Long-term effects of benzodiazepines include tolerance, dependence, a benzodiazepine withdrawal syndrome, and cognitive impairments which may not completely reverse after cessation of treatment; however, for most patients, cognitive impairment is not severe. Withdrawal symptoms can range from anxiety and insomnia to seizures and psychosis. Due to tolerance and dependence, lorazepam is recommended for short-term use, up to two to four weeks only. Adverse effects, including anterograde amnesia, depression and paradoxical effects such as excitement or worsening of seizures, may occur.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lorazepam
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