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A 40-year-old female asked:
Is it dangerous to take 2 mg of klonopin, 10 mg of ambien (zolpidem) and 50 mg of trazodone all within a half hour in order to sleep? i'm a 140 lb woman.
3 doctor answers • 7 doctors weighed in
Dr. Alvin Linanswered
Geriatrics 32 years experience
Not a good idea: Research consistently shows that taking sleeping medicines like Ambien (zolpidem) plus benzodiazepines like Klonopin increase risk for bad things like falling & breaking hips. Confusion, car accidents, etc too. Trazodone is also sedating. All in all, a very bad combination from my perspective. FDA recently limited new prescriptions of Ambien (zolpidem) in women to just 5mg daily. Klonopin 2mg is largest dose too.
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Dr. Michael Blumenfieldanswered
Psychiatry 59 years experience
Depends: Usually a doctor will not start with all three of those medications at that dosage. If the medication is being titrated up such dosages might be prescribed. SOmetimes Trazadone will be an even higher dosage.
Hopefully you and your doctor will try to figure out why you are having trouble sleeping and psychotherapy might be considered.
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Dr. Judith Tellermananswered
Clinical Psychology 44 years experience
MEDICATION: Best to discuss medication with your Psychiatrist. If uncomfortable with your Dr. consult another for a second opinion. Have a physical exam by a Dr. to determine if you have a physical illness. Consult with a Clinical Psychologist for psychotherapy with ZOOM sessions. Fears and anxiety could be heightened due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Stay safe & hopeful to elevate your immune system.
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Dr. Judith Tellerman commented
Clinical Psychology 44 years experience
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You may benefit from a Sleep Study.
Jan 4, 2021
Last updated Jan 4, 2021
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