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Presribed xanax but my doctor recently retired.found a new one but apts not till nov.23rd dont have my meds until then.could urgent care write me them?

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Dr. Michael Salama answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Yes: Yes, if you're in between doctors and need a short term prescription, urgent care should be able to cover you till then.

Answered 10/18/2016

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