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How do i take xanax (alprazolam) 0.25 mg to treat ssri, tca induced initial stage anxiety/ panic treatment?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Danger: You don't. At least not without the specific recommendation and management by an experienced physician.

Answered 1/15/2014

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