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A member asked:

Is it okay to take a xanax (alprazolam) or an ambien after a spinal tap procedure?

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Dr. Paul Williams answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Meds after spinal: There should be no issues taking either one of those medications after a spinal tap. The xanax (alprazolam) may make you groggier faster if you are using it to try to go to sleep. Good luck

Answered 3/8/2015

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