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A member asked:

I take 40mg of paxil (paroxetine) and 50mg of trazadone has been added bc i am so depressed, is it safe to take these two?

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Dr. John Gaffney answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Absolutely: Absolutely ... These drugs work quite well together actually. At that dose, the trazadone is essentially to help you sleep or relax. Hope you feel better & good luck!

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 10/5/2017

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Agree w Dr. Gaffney: Not an uncommon combination if the trazodone is being used for sleep. Take care.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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