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No. Like most benzodiazepines, Xanax is metabolized by hepatic oxidation and Ativan by conjugation (one of few benzos to break down this way).
For this reason, Ativan (being less "harsh" on the liver), is often preferred in individuals with liver disorders or elderly patients)
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Can you mix xanax and Ativan?
A person should not mix Ativan and Xanax. This is because the two drugs work with the body in the same way and could cause an overdose.
I have a pee test in 7 days and 1 took 4 1mg xanax and i have a script for Ativan will the xanax show up or can i pass cause im on the Ativan?
From what I remember xanax has a half life of 48 hours. In 7 days you will be ok. Ativan will have similar metabolites so you ought to be fine either way. IF it makes you anxious drink some water and flush it out.
Which is stronger Ativan or Klonopin?
Both belong to class the class of "super-potent" benzodiazepines. Technically, Klonopin is more potent than Ativan (0.25mg-0.5mg klonopin = 1mg ativan), but if you are wondering which produces more euphoria, most would agree Ativan beats Klonopin. My psychiatrist recently swapped me from klonopin to ativan for my social anxiety, and I find ativan works faster and produces a much more calming effect than the klonopin did.
Is xanax the same as Lorazepam?
No, Xanax is the trade name for a drug called Alprazolam. The drug Lorazepam has a trade name of Ativan. Both are benzodiazapens that work in a similar way, however they are different drugs. The dosing is quite a bit different on these two drugs as well. Sorry about the spelling errors, as that has never been my strong point.
Can standard workplace testing tell the difference between xanax ativan and Klonopin?
They are all 3 Benzodiazapiene so there is now way a standard pee test can tell, even for probation.
How do you come down off of bath salt?
Eat and listen to chill music, force yourself to lay down. By the way, you did to much.
What is more powerful Xanax or Ativan?
1. alprazolam(Xanax) is way more powerful, ativan isn't even is potent as Valium trust me Xanax is the way to go either that or klonopin but I prefer Xanax 2. I've tried both. I currently have access to both. Ativan hits harder and produces a more euphoric feel for me. The only problem is it only last about 20 - 30 min tops. Xanax just makes me fall asleep. I also am always off balance in the morning after doing xanax the night before. 3. As you can see, it's quite subjective. Objectively speaking, the statements "Xanax is way more powerful" and "ativan isn't even as potent as Valium" are false. Xanax IS a powerful med, with a potency trailing only Halcion and Klonopin in the U.S. Ativan is one of the more potent benzodiazepines as well, with a strength equal to that of flunitrazepam (Rohypnol or "roofies" though it does not behave the same pharmacologicaly) It [Ativan] is about five times more potent than Valium, thus it is dosed in smaller amounts, so Valium, when adjusted for potency, may "feel" stronger to some than Ativan to some. Though equivalency charts vary, the standard equivalent doses for the four main benzos are 0.5mg Xanax = 10mg Valium (gold standard) = 1-2mg Ativan = 0.25-0.5mg Klonopin (I've found the potency of Klonopin to be exaggerated. It is probably closer to 0.5mg than 0.25mg and Ativan to be underestimated, probably closer to 1mg than 2mg, but again... each person will perceive any of these drugs differently) The reason Xanax is probably often perceived as "more powerful" is because it has a quick onset and short duration of action. So it hits the individual taking it quickly, strongly, and wears off quickly as well. Ativan, on the other hand has a moderate half-life and duration of action, so it is felt more gradually and the effects stay longer before wearing off a little more gradually. (Unless taken under the tongue. It is then absored directly into venous circulation and it's are felt within minutes) Personally, I prefer Ativan and Tranxene. Xanax does what it's supposed to do and obliterates anxiety, but the potential for addiction, in my opinion, outweighs its benefits. Valium and Tranxene are almost identical, with Tranxene having one major metabolite which is the principal metabolite of Valium and Valium having several-- they are the longest acting benzos. The quality and characteristics of Ativan work best for me. It is like a cross between Xanax and Valium, IMO. I don't care for Klonopin as it causes increased aggression and anger for me. But it does work- can also be taken sublingually for panic and is VERY effective.
Is Xanax stronger Ativan?
.5 mg. of Xanax equals 20 mg. of Serax. Xanax 'kicks in' a lot quicker than Serax, and is definitely noticeable when it grabs hold, while Serax is slower to work, and more mellow, but both are relatively short-acting compared to Valium. Take 2mg. of Xanax and it hits fairly hard and goes away hard, and leaves a "hangover" feeling. Take 80mg. of Serax and it's easy all the way. 4mg. of Xanax feels like a mini-Quaalude to me?! So, I'd have to say that Xanax is a lot heavier than Serax, but I'd rather stay with Serax. Xanax can mess you up quick and be a whole lot harder to kick too.
What does herbal Xanax feel like compared to Xanax?
Herbal xanax is not even close to as potent even in doses 100x stronger than xanax (milligram per milligram). Xanax is prescription depressant and herbal xanax is a blend of herbal supplements. It is a misleading name and will not make you feel the same way even in huge doses.
Does Xanax contain penicillin?
yes, xanax and penicillin are in no way related
Can the fetus metabolize glucose without oxygen?
First of all, the human fetus does have oxygen. The oxygen is obtained from the mother's blood via the placenta. But if the fetus did not have oxygen temporarily, s/he could still metabolize glucose. This would be done the same way that other humans metabolize glucose without oxygen--by converting it to lactic acid.
What lobsters drink?
When lobsters drink, they drink water. They do not metabolize salt in the same way that most animals do. They suffer no ill effects of salt water.
