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Is it okay to take xanax (alprazolam) with an over-the-counter sleep aid?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Xanax (alprazolam): Depends on the dose & timing of the xanax (alprazolam). Occasional use of sleep aid might be ok, but talk to your prescribing doc. First.

Dr Pappas agreed

Answered 8/23/2016

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