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I have oxazepam that expired in 2011 that was prescribed for insomnia. i am going through a period of insomnia again. would it be harmful to take?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Recommend: against taking medication that expired so long ago. Take care.

Dr Altman and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 4/5/2015

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A member asked:

I have oxazepam that expired in 2011 that was prescribed for insomnia. i am going through a period of insomnia again. would it be harmful to take?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Altman and 3 doctors agreed

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