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Posted by Belinda Moore on May 18, 2003 at 00:41:20: In Reply to: Dangers of mixing prescribed medication with illicit drugs and alcohol posted by Clare Dudley on May 02, 2003 at 10:40:28: > I am trying to gather information regarding the effects of mixing different prescribed medications for mental health issues with illicit drugs, alcohol and benzodiazepines. I am finding it very difficult to find any information, and would greatly appreciate any assistance. Hi, You should try calling any local general practitioner clinic that can refer you to a psychiatrist in your local area as it's these folks who will have this knowledge you're after as I know of several mental health professionals here in Melbourne, Australia who swear by the fact that medications taken by the mentally ill should NOT mix any other substance (illict or not) with their prescribed meds.

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