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Does Taking Lunesta Along With Lamictal And Effexor Cause Any Side Effects?

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Posted on Wed, 8 Apr 2015
Question: can i take lunesta with lamictal 200mg and effexor xr 225mg,
Thanks for your assistance
XXXXXXX McGinnis
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Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
You can take these medications together!

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.

I have reviewed your list of medications fully( Lamictal/effexor/lunesta) and all the possible interactions that can go on taking them together. The greatest concern would be to monitor for symptoms of excess sedation, dizziness and drowsiness. Beyond these, there are no other concerning side effects that would prohibit taking these medications together.

In all, you can take them together. Watch out for dizziness, drowsiness and excessive sleepiness. If you observe any of these, discontinue the medications and report to us. However, this is very unlikely to happen.

I hope this helps and addresses your query fully. I wish you well. Thanks for using our services and feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj
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Follow up: Dr. Ivo Ditah (21 minutes later)
Thank you very much Dr. Ivo Dita for the answer to my question.
I do appreciate it.
have a wonderful day.

Sincerely, XXXXXXX McGinns
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Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (14 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Thank you, too!

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for your kind words,

I wish you well and never hesitate to contact me if need be.
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj
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Does Taking Lunesta Along With Lamictal And Effexor Cause Any Side Effects?

Brief Answer: You can take these medications together! Detailed Answer: Hi and thank you so much for this query. I have reviewed your list of medications fully( Lamictal/effexor/lunesta) and all the possible interactions that can go on taking them together. The greatest concern would be to monitor for symptoms of excess sedation, dizziness and drowsiness. Beyond these, there are no other concerning side effects that would prohibit taking these medications together. In all, you can take them together. Watch out for dizziness, drowsiness and excessive sleepiness. If you observe any of these, discontinue the medications and report to us. However, this is very unlikely to happen. I hope this helps and addresses your query fully. I wish you well. Thanks for using our services and feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.