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Is it safe to take Trazadone, Benadryl or Unisom while taking Ativan?

Posted by happytoseeyou @happytoseeyou, 17 hours ago

I'm currently tapering off of Ativan, took 1mg nightly for 5 weeks and am currently at .75mg, and will likely be cutting to .5mg in the next few days. Is it ok to take Trazadone, Benadryl or Unisom while taking Ativan? I have severe and chronic insomnia which is why I took the Ativan, after having used only natural remedies in the past, but it's become ineffective and don't want to use long term, and would like to get back to natural stuff, but right now, I need to get sleep asap, and I have had some success years ago with Benadryl and Unisom although it was hit or miss, and tried Trazadone a few months ago and didn't work but I hadn't gone any higher than 50mg. Any input is greatly appreciated!

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bajjerfan | @bajjerfan | 13 hours ago

Taking trazodone and Ativan (lorazepam) together can cause dangerous side effects like extreme sleepiness, dizziness, confusion, and slowed breathing. Both drugs slow down your central nervous system. You should only take them together if a doctor tells you to do so.

Trazodone and Benadryl together is generally not recommended because both drugs cause drowsiness. Combining them can lead to extreme sleepiness, dizziness, confusion, and a higher risk of falls or accidents.

Combining trazodone and Unisom is generally not recommended because both cause severe drowsiness, dizziness, and confusion. Taking them together multiplies their sedative effects on your brain, which can lead to extreme morning grogginess, poor balance, and dangerous falls.

What I found. I would not take together without consulting your doctor or possibly a pharmacist.u

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Ginger, Volunteer Mentor | @gingerw | 11 hours ago

@happytoseeyou Please, please, please check with your prescribing doctor! There can be nasty side effects, and that's the last thing you need now! How about resorting to calming teas, or gentle music, meditation to relax you into sleep?
Ginger

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