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Hi
I have been taking Ativan for 20 or more years mostly only .5
However I got a new doctor because mine left and this new doctor will not prescribe me any more Ativan which worked for me
I have started mirtipizine against my wishes
I don’t want to gain weight or hair loss as it is a side effect..
I am curious as to how you make out on it and why you switched from Ativan to mirtipizine?
Hope you do well…
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I’m doing very well with 7.5 mg of mirtazapine. Although I feel groggy in the morning, it’s worth it because I’m sleeping through the night. I wanted to get off lorazepam because it wasn’t helping me sleep and I did not want to take a benzodiazepine. Plus my doctor no longer wanted me on it, as it’s not meant to take long term.
I’m finally sleeping and it makes a difference for me! I gained a little weight but really watch what I eat. Not a problem for me.
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Why didn't you want to start mirtazapine? It sounds like you are taking it now so can you share whether or not it's helping you sleep?