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I was recently put on 5omg of zoloft (sertraline) and was also prescribed lorazepam 1mg as a sleep aid is it safe to take these together?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Yes, safe: Good that you asked, always exercise caution with multiple medications, best wishes

Answered 7/12/2017

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