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What to do if i took a xanax (alprazolam) xr earlier today and tonight can i take an ativan?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Xanax (alprazolam): I would not recommend both medications at same time. Talk to your doctor about one or the other.

Answered 7/23/2013

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