How fast does lorazepam work for anxiety?
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Regular alprazolam will work for about 5 hours. Extended-release alprazolam will work for about 11 hours. Lorazepam (Ativan) works even sooner at 30 – 60 minutes after taking it, with effects lasting up to 8 hours.