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Opioids and Benzodiazepines: The Deadly Breathing Risk When Used Together

Opioids and Benzodiazepines: The Deadly Breathing Risk When Used Together
Posted by: Alan Burity Vitulo in: Health and Medicine
13 Jan | 12:26 PM | 8

Taking opioids and benzodiazepines together can stop your breathing-even at normal doses. Learn why this combination is deadly, who’s at risk, and what to do if you’re already taking both.

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