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What Causes Nightmares While On Effexor, Seroquel, Lorazepam?
I am a recovering alcoholic but have to take antidepressants (Effexor, Seroquel,) & anti-anxiety medication(Ativan (lorazepam). Sometimes I experience nightmares that lead to a depressive episode the entire following day. Could one of these medications be causing my nightmares? I also have been diagnosed with PTSD, GAD, & bipolar II.
The antidepressants which you are consuming can have nightmares as a side effect. You could review the medications with your treating doctor and get it changed however PTSD can itself cause nightmares as a primary symptom.
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Dr. Anoop Kumar, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Nightmares While On Effexor, Seroquel, Lorazepam?
Hi, The antidepressants which you are consuming can have nightmares as a side effect. You could review the medications with your treating doctor and get it changed however PTSD can itself cause nightmares as a primary symptom. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Anoop Kumar, General & Family Physician