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Can i take trazodone 50mg with 1.5mg of ativan at the same time?

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Dr. Krishna Kumar answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Trazadone/Ativan int: Using Trazodone with Ativan may increase side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, and difficulty concentrating. Trazodone is a medication for Depression and can help with sleep problem. Ativan is for Anxiety. Please see a psychiatrist for • Establishing Diagnosis • Intensive Therapy • Benefits, side effects and Interaction of Trazodone and Ativan • Medication needed

Dr Machanic agreed

Answered 3/17/2021

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