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What medications do we prescribe?

Your psychiatric provider may prescribe one or more medications based on your individual needs. See our list of commonly prescribed medications.

In select states, Brightside providers may prescribe certain stimulants when clinically appropriate. States include:
– Arizona
– California
– Colorado
– Florida
– Idaho
– Kansas
– Maine
– Massachusetts
– Michigan
– Ohio
– Oregon
– Virginia
– Washington

Note: Brightside does not prescribe benzodiazepines (e.g., Ativan, Klonopin, Valium, Xanax), “Z-drug” sleep medications (e.g., Ambien, Lunesta, Sonata), or gabapentin in states where it is considered a controlled medication.

Questions about a specific medication? Contact us at support@brightside.com.

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You can always email us at support@brightside.com. If you’re an existing member, please reach out via Help from your Brightside account.

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