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Is it safe to take benzos for anxiety with a mood stabilizer?

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Dr. John Moranville answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes sparingly: Usually anxiety is secondary to mood fluctuations and more effectively treated by adjustment of the mood stabilizer. There is a significant risk of addiction and tolerance with benzos and not recommended for long term use.

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Answered 9/11/2013

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