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Insomnia since 2 weeks
I have diagnosed with MDD taken Tab Tryptomer 75 mg and decreased dose as for my doctor advice( 2 years).so now medication stopped since 3 months.although I have sleep disturbance not getting enough sleep.so I have consulted and doctor prescribed me clonazepam 0.25mg for 7 days and half of that for 7 days then stop.so clonazepam normalize sleep problem.
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Clonazepam is habit forming and should be avoided
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Yes, clonazepam can normalize sleep problem, if it doesn't, then ask your Psychiatrist to restart Tryptomer at lower dose (~25mg per day) and you can safely continue it indefinitely without any long term side effects.
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I would advise you to visit a Psychiatrist (I'm not sure if you were in touch with one, or were visiting a general physician) and have yourself evaluated thoroughly. It may be so that you're having another depressive episode (the sleep disturbance may be a warning sign) and must be treated properly. Clonazepam alone would give you relief temporarily, but will not help with depression, which, I believe, is the cause of the sleep disturbance in the first place.
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Maintain Sleep Hygiene: follow a proper sleep schedule, do not use your mobile just before going to sleep, read a book (no e books) before you go to sleep, try clearing your head of all thoughts when you lie down and focus on your breathing.
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It will help you temporarily
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Dr. Vishal Bhatt
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6 yrs exp
Rajkot
Consultation required
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Dr. L C Sunda
Addiction Psychiatrist
42 yrs exp
Delhi
Hi there,
A detailed medical and psychiatric history is always needed for every patient.In addition, a detailed mental status examination is also recommended for every case to come for a diagnosis and its management accordingly.
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Your main worry is about the tapering of the clonazepam and its effect on the sleep.
Greater chances are,It should help you to get back to a normal routine .
But if not , a review of your detailed medical history and psychiatric history will be needed.
Do start doing the Yoga relaxation exercises.
Avoid having heavy food in the dinner.
Have your dinner two hours prior to your sleeping time.
Use your toilet before going to bed.
Be positive in your thoughts.
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Dr. Rayees Ahmad Wani
Addiction Psychiatrist
16 yrs exp
Srinagar
Hello,
It will till u use it.
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