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A member asked:

Just prescribed .5mg of lorazepam. also taking 100mg of trazadone. what is the best time to take each? thank you?

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Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

In my opinion, it is not appropriate to take both medications together. Get a second opinion.

Answered 7/20/2023

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