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Is it safe to take 40mg ritalin (methylphenidate) & 2-3 vicodin [5mg each] at the same time? i have narcolepsy & extreme chronic pain. must i choose only one?

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NARCOLEPSY : And chronic pain sensation.Please take your rx separately to avoid bad reactions.

Answered 7/13/2015

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