Clonazepam and mirtazapine may sometimes be prescribed together, but the combination requires careful psychiatric supervision due to increased sedation, dizziness, impaired coordination, and difficulty concentrating. Please don’t start, stop, or adjust either medication without consulting your psychiatrist. For persistent insomnia, CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia) can be an effective long-term approach.

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Yes, clonazepam and mirtazapine can sometimes be prescribed together, including when insomnia is associated with anxiety or depression. However, both can cause sedation, dizziness and next-day drowsiness, so they should be used only under medical supervision. Clonazepam is generally preferred for short-term use because prolonged use may lead to tolerance and dependence. Avoid alcohol and driving if you feel drowsy, and do not change the dose yourself. Dr. Raunaq R. Gupta MBBS, MD Psychiatry

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Hi, both can cause sedation.

Yes, clonazepam and mirtazapine can be prescribed together, but usually for short-term use under strict supervision. Mirtazapine treats sleep maintenance/insomnia, while clonazepam helps with acute sleep-onset anxiety. The combination increases CNS depression, leading to cumulative sedation, morning drowsiness, and impaired motor skills. Next Steps * Review the dosage and treatment duration with your doctor. * Take the doses right before bed as directed. * Plan for regular follow-ups to taper clonazepam once sleep improves. Helpful Tips / Word of Caution * Avoid alcohol or additional sedatives. * Do not drive or operate machinery if feeling groggy. * Do not stop clonazepam suddenly to prevent withdrawal.