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If i take alprazolam for anxiety, and phentermine for weight loss, how should they be taken to avoid counter-action, and safety reasons. i seem to be having sleeplessness issues the last couple of nights...

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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Never a good place: These are 2 habit forming drugs, never safe when used together and indefinitely. The trick will be stay on the lowest dose of Phentermine for a very limited amount of time as it can cause worsening anxiety and sleep issues. Never a good idea to take it in the second part of the day.

Answered 11/10/2020

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A member asked:

If i take alprazolam for anxiety, and phentermine for weight loss, how should they be taken to avoid counter-action, and safety reasons. i seem to be having sleeplessness issues the last couple of nights...

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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