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Sir and Ma'am, On behalf of my brother.Suffering from Anxiety, Sleeplessness, panic disorder and slight depression. History of slightly elevated BP and cholesterol currently under control. Doctor suggested Clonazepam 0.5 along with a anti psychotic. Can he only take clonazepam for longer period as resulta are better than anti psychotics. Doctor is

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I am on escitalopram 10mg+ clonazepam 0.5mg for anxiety disorder since past 14 days. Yesterday, I stopped clonazepam 0.5 and continuing escitalopram 10mg only. Should I stop it slowly or is it ok?

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You should continue Escitalopram for some peroid about three to four months, then will decrease and can be stopped. ... Read More

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I am having clonazepam 0.25 mg for quite sometime as was daigonised with generalised anxiety disorder as I had symptoms of dizziness. Now I want to withdraw this but every alternate day I have to take it as I again develop a tendency of dizziness and headache. First I use to have zaptra 0.5 mg but now for last 2 years I have brought down to alter

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Hi please consult your psychiatrist from whom you are taking treatment. ... Read More

Is 1/4 of .25mg a big dose to quit clonazepam ? Currntly taking alternate day .06 mg clonazepam ... how long should i taper for ?

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Hello, I think it's more of a Psychological effects which you are getting you can stop it. ... Read More

I detoxed off of Clonazepam about 2 months ago. I still have the shakes and really no appetite and diaherrea. Is this normal? If so how long will it last? I was on the Clonazepam for 6 years.

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Your symptoms need evaluation. Please contact me ... Read More

At what dose can i safely jump ? I am currently on .08mg of clonazepam a day ... and have been on this dose or 2 week ..

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Can you elaborate your wuery ... Read More

How to safely taper off .25mg clonazepam about 5 months of use ? Daily use of only .25 mg at night only

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Consult for how to taper off ... Read More

Can I take clonazepam 0.25 when I feel anxious and nervous Symptoms like Shortness of breath, body shaking, Irritability etc

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Hi, I understand how distressing anxiety symptoms like shortness of breath, body shaking, and irritability can be. However, Clonazepam is a prescription medication that must only be taken under the s ... Read More

How long should i taper .25mg clonazepam taken for 6 months ? To avoid horrible withdrawal. Recently tapered to .18 . No side effects yet . Tapering to .125 next week .

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Yes definitely take it for 20 days 0.125 then stop ... Read More

How do i come of clonazepam taken 4 days a week .125mg .. was on .25 since 6 months . Tapered to .125 dan to alternate days .125 ?

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You are doing it right. ... Read More

I took ecg two days back is normal even traedmill test one day it is also normal but iam sending some crushing or oozing sound in my chest area iam having anxiety for months but I don't know what to do

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Please first ensure you are safe: if this crushing feeling is new, severely worsening, spreading to your arm, jaw, or back, or accompanied by shortness of breath, dizziness, or sweating, you must trea ... Read More

Hi doctor i was prescribed serta 25 mg along with clonazepam 0.5 mg and quiteapine 25 mg with librium 10 mg in the afternoon,but i'm scared about this medicine that something might happen wrong with me like seizuere or cardiac arrest,stroke etc. Even I'm not in psychosis disease, why did the doctor gave me anti psychotic pills..i have anxiety issu

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I used clonazepam 0.25 mg and escitalopram 10 mg for 1.5 years , then doctor made me quit it suddenly cold turkey . I got terrible anxiety and nighttime somatic anxiety and insomnia. Its been 2 years since last dose and it has been same . My original condition didn't have any symptoms of this kind . I also got sexual dysfunction which also is curre

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Thank you for sharing this. I know it isn't always easy to talk about personal struggles, so I'm glad you reached out. I would recommend a detailed psychiatric consultation to understand the underlyi ... Read More

Was on clonazepam 0.25 mg and escitalopram 10mg for 1.5 years . Doctor told to quit but he didn't say anything about tapering, quit it suddenly and total extreme anxiety and insomnia started . Its been two years since I have night time wierd somatic anxiety insomnia symptoms which was never there in orginal condition. Also extreme sexual dysfunctio

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Withdrawal symptoms are expected following the abrupt discontinuation of the medication; however, withdrawal itself does not result in neurological injury. Your symptoms suggest a possible recurrence ... Read More

SO FROM PAST 3 MONTHS I HAVE BEEN DEALING WITH ANXIETY AND WENT TO SEVERAL DOCS DID EEG ECG BLOOD TEST NOTHING IS SERIOUS AT LAST I WENT TO PSYCHIATRIST FIRST HE GAVE SOME VITAMIN MEDICINE AND SOME OTHER MEDICINE AND WITH TOFISOPAM IN SOS WHICH I NEVER TOOK. From LAST FEW DAYS I WAS OKAY BUT SUDDENLY I GOT SO MUCH STRESSED FROM A BAT THINKING IT'S

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Hi, consult online for a second opinion ... Read More

SO FROM PAST 3 MONTHS I HAVE BEEN DEALING WITH ANXIETY AND WENT TO SEVERAL DOCS DID EEG ECG BLOOD TEST NOTHING IS SERIOUS AT LAST I WENT TO PSYCHIATRIST FIRST HE GAVE SOME VITAMIN MEDICINE AND SOME OTHER MEDICINE AND WITH TOFISOPAM IN SOS WHICH I NEVER TOOK. From LAST FEW DAYS I WAS OKAY BUT SUDDENLY I GOT SO MUCH STRESSED FROM A BAT THINKING IT'S

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Hi, taking medicine can help with anxiety. Consult online for a second opinion by informing your parents ... Read More

SO FROM PAST 3 MONTHS I HAVE BEEN DEALING WITH ANXIETY AND WENT TO SEVERAL DOCS DID EEG ECG BLOOD TEST NOTHING IS SERIOUS AT LAST I WENT TO PSYCHIATRIST FIRST HE GAVE SOME VITAMIN MEDICINE AND SOME OTHER MEDICINE AND WITH TOFISOPAM IN SOS WHICH I NEVER TOOK. From LAST FEW DAYS I WAS OKAY BUT SUDDENLY I GOT SO MUCH STRESSED FROM A BAT THINKING IT'S

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This presentation may be related to several different neurological pathways. To give you an accurate diagnosis, we would need to review your previous reports and conduct a thorough workup. I recommend ... Read More

Iam suffering from anxiety last five years like chest pain with racing heart beat and with left arm pain so I took ecg one month ago it is normal I took blood test sugar bp cholesterol all are normal but vit b12 and d is low 86 and 4.5 which is very low so last two days I feel iam not able to control overthinking like anxiety brings heart attack my

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You need to consult with psychiatrist doctor for treatment. Also take supplements for lower vitamins deficiency. ... Read More

Iam suffering from this anxiety since last 5 years first racing heart beat it started then one year full ah nothing happened then again racing heart beat with chest pain and left arm pain it went and throughout day on and off it came my hand pain last two days like this I think foe the past five years so many times it came I thought my heart is dam

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Likely anxiety/panic disorder, given recurrent episodes for 5 years, excessive worry about the heart, and recent panic with insomnia. Normal ECG and blood tests are reassuring. However, new/severe che ... Read More

I suffering from this problem foe the past 5 years on and off it came in between one half years I donr have any anxiety but again iam suffering overthinking anxiety about health racing heart beat with chest pain and left arm pain sometimes I feel it is heart attack I checked my bp which is 110 70 and sugar is normal 95.4 i took thos after eating lu

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You need to consult with psychiatrist doctor and anti-anxiety treatment needed. ... Read More

Anxiety problem hai 25 din ho gaye hai dava lete huve serta 50 aur clonzopam 0.25 lekin Abhi bhi sir bhari ghabrahat rahti hai

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Medications usually take 4–6 weeks to show improvement. If you’re not noticing any benefit even after 3–4 weeks, a review of your treatment plan may be needed. For severe restlessnes ... Read More

Which medicine is best for short term use for anxiety clonazepam or lorazepam which has less addictive

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For short-term relief of anxiety, both clonazepam and lorazepam can be effective, but lorazepam is often preferred for brief or occasional use because it works reliably and does not stay in the body a ... Read More

I had health anxiety problem before 12 months and for which i have used anxiety medications for 6months after that i have stopped gradually in tapering manner for every two weeks. Clonazepam 0.5mg for 30 days and tapered for next 10days. Used nexito 10mg for 5 months and then tapered 5mg for next 1 month. Since from last 2-3 weeks i was feeling s

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Detailed history of your onset and progression symptoms is required,rearrangement of medication can be helpful,as there are many options in alternative for your current treatment ... Read More

Dear Dr, I am taking clonazepam 0.5mg in the morning and night. Dr has suggested to take Librium 10 mg morning and night. Is this a better option for Anxiety, Please suggest.

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Hey, clonazepam or librium both are benzodiazepens. Both are used for anxiety and sleep, and the Doctor prescribes the medication according to the patient profile and considering the other conditions ... Read More

Dear Dr, I am on Clonotril 0.5 mg morning and 0.5 mg night from past 3 years, I started tapering it myself and in between I have to undergo DNS surgery. I have restarted using the same dose. I think I am in a state of Benzo belly. Can you pls suggest any appropriate way to deal with it. My anxiety levels are at roof now. Please help!!

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Hi.. benzodiazepines only temporarily relieve anxiety. You may need to take ssris for long term control. Consult online for treatment ... Read More

Dear Dr, I have started tapering 1mg of clonazepam last year till 7 months and am unable to withdraw, hence started on the same dose. During tapering i have to undergo deviated nasal septum surgery.post that am using the same dosage..but still my anxiety is not under control. Please suggest

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Tapering clonazepam cannot be done without doctor supervision.However proper understanding of your condition and as to why the medication was started in the first place needs detailed interviewing. ... Read More

I experienced physical symptoms of anxiety without mental symptoms. Since taking medication, I feel perfectly fine. I am confident about stopping clonazepam; I have been taking it for three weeks and want to stop now because I don't want to develop a dependency.

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Very valid point. Clonazepam is a class of drug which cannot be stopped abruptly. Please consult your treating psychiatrist once to slowly taper down your medication, after assessing the need for it. ... Read More

I've been dealing with stress for 6 months. It has now evolved into something that's always bothering me like chest pain, nausea, anxiety, nightmares,sleep paralysis a few times and in the sleep or in morning when I wake up I've this rapid heartbeat. Whenever I cry or overthink I can't eat for 3-4 days. Feeling of vomiting is permanent and even a l

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Your symptoms are treatable, and with a structured plan, you will start feeling relief within a few sessions.kindly connect with psychologist to resolve inner conflicts ... Read More

How to taper off clonazepam 0.5mg half-0-1 used for ocd for long time can you tell me the schedule to taper off

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I am suffering from OCD an anxiety from last 11 years in 2019 start psychiatric treatment I take clonazepam etizolam floxamine paroxetine for 5 years but these medicines make me fat and again and again my LFT SGPT and SGOT very high so I quit medicines last year but now i am again facing severe anxiety please tell me what can i do in this case

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Consult psychiatrist online or offline. They will start you with safe medicine which will not deranged your LFT . For ocd you should not leave medicine in between ,otherwise your symptoms will will be ... Read More

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