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Hi. my wife overdosed on pills. she took 20 melatonin (4mg), 9 methocarbamol (750mg), 6 naproxen (500 mg) and 4 benadryl (diphenhydramine). what can happen to her? she

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

She will survive,..: She will survive with initial discomfort with sedation, and nausea. But why she did this is now more important! it does not seem like a serious attempt, but a cry for help. But it could have been serious, if she thought the combination would kill her. She needs psychotherapeutic help asap. Make sure she receives it.

Answered 10/17/2016

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