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Can Oxycodone Be Taken Along With Lorazepam?
Question: my wife is on oxycodone following knee replacement 7 wks ago .05mg takes occasionaly-she also takes lorazepam occasionally for anxiety .5mg-is she safe to take both together?
Brief Answer:
can cause drowsiness, dizziness and diff concentrating
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
There is an increase risk of dizziness, drowsiness and difficulty concentrating. These are the main possible interactions that can occur.
Since she is using a small dose of lorazepam, it is possible that she may not experience any of these effects significantly and can use them safely together.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
can cause drowsiness, dizziness and diff concentrating
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
There is an increase risk of dizziness, drowsiness and difficulty concentrating. These are the main possible interactions that can occur.
Since she is using a small dose of lorazepam, it is possible that she may not experience any of these effects significantly and can use them safely together.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
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