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Can i take .7mg of xanax (alprazolam) and 50mg of diphenhydramine? or should i just stick to the xanax (alprazolam) for severe anxiety and lack of sleep?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Stick to xanax (alprazolam): As prescribed please, don't take Benadryl (diphenhydramine) together while on it, can lead to CNS depression, wish you well

Dr Altman and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 4/24/2016

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