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Doctor's Answer
by HFHS.MD-AJ, Sep 22, 1999 12:00AM
Maggie,
Lithium is a mood-stabilizing medication. Trazodone and Prozac are both antidepressants. Valium is an anxiolytic (anti-anxiety) medication. Whether these medications are the most therapeutic combination depends on the diagnosis, and the treatment response. They may be safe in combination, but it would depend on the dose, patient's age, and medical status. The major side effect could be sedation. I urge you to discuss your concerns with your physician.
Lithium is a mood-stabilizing medication. Trazodone and Prozac are both antidepressants. Valium is an anxiolytic (anti-anxiety) medication. Whether these medications are the most therapeutic combination depends on the diagnosis, and the treatment response. They may be safe in combination, but it would depend on the dose, patient's age, and medical status. The major side effect could be sedation. I urge you to discuss your concerns with your physician.
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