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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

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

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

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

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

Used clonazepam .25 for 6 months , tapered it down to .18 for 3 weeks dan tapered it further to .125 since 5 days for how long should I continue this dose to avoid withdrawal.

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No need to worry, at this dosage u may discontinue now. For more information u may take proper consultation ...  Read More

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

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 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

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

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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Hi.. consult online for the same ...  Read More

Hello Respected Doctors, Clonazepam 1 mg for 7 days. How to taper it off. Thanks and regards. After tapering can it be used on SOS basis. Regards

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Taper it by 1/4th dose every 2 weeks and then can be taken SOS, but these need to be done under psychiatrist supervision ...  Read More

Is nexcito 5 and clonazepam 0. 25 safe during pregnancy.... I am 25 weeks of pregnant and having low lying placenta., Before pregnancy i taking this medicine but when pregnancy start i stopped this medicine.. But now i feels very anxiety and feare of death

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Depression or Anxiety during pregnancy will have worse outcomes and need treatment and generally, Escitalopram is safe in pregnancy and for depression or anxiety, minimum effective dose is recommended ...  Read More

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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Please consult ...  Read More

Hello Sir and Ma'am, Was asked to take Clonazepam 0.5 for 2weeks. Just about to complete. Shall i stop it completely or taper off gradually. How long shall i continue? Quitipine was also given. Shall i continue that with dosage of 25mg for a longer period. Pls guide. Regards and thanks.

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My mother has been on sertraline 50 mg and olanzapine 5 mg, cypon syrup and vitazyme syrup for 15 days, as prescribed for her diagnosis of Major Depressive Disorder. However, she has been experiencing significant panic, excessive worry, and fear of death, accompanied by symptoms like loss of appetite, nausea, weakness, and palpitations. These sympt

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It is for the psychiatrist to decide and not based on your knowledge. Clonazepam can also cause sedation, drowsiness, falls and cognitive deificts on a longer run. Consult a psychiatrist and seek reme ...  Read More

Can you confirm if is it safe to take clonazepam 0.5 during pregnancy. I am suffering from severe anxiety. I am currently in start of 6 month of my pregnancy

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No. Clonazepam should not be taken during pregnancy. Better options are available. ...  Read More

I was taking clonafit 0.25 mg from last 6 months for anxiety issue..how to taper it off plzz tell me???

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Need to seek the help of neurologist/ psychiatrist and/or clinical psychologist ...  Read More

I am on paroxetin 12.5 mg , olanzepine 2.5 mg, etillam pro20 and one gastric tab...Can i add clonazepam fr better benefit as i tried once in night time yesterday...M feeling somewhat better...

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Hello, Better don't use. Always ask your treating psychiatrist for any change in medication ...  Read More

I have been suffering from stomach pain since last 4days. my psychiatrist suggested to take 0.25 lonazep. yesterday I took it and now pain is reduced. this medicine is habit forming so for how many days can i take it. psychiatrist not available today and tomorrow.

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It can be max taken for 2 weeks, more than that an ssri is needed mostly ...  Read More

I've been taking Clonazepam at a relatively high dosage of 1mg for the last 2 years and am physically dependent on it. Now knowing its side effects and about withdrawal, I want to get off it. I don't want any neurological or physical deficits. So, guide me how to wean off this benzodiazepine.

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You can gradually taper it off by 0.25mg per week , but better to do so under the guidance of your treating Psychiatrist. ...  Read More

I was given 0.25 mg clonazepam for 14 months . Now I have quoted it 20 days ago by slowly tampering. I wasn't informed about the tablets risks by anyone. Now when I see the potential treat of using clonazepam longterm , it scares me. In many studies it was shown to have permanent cognitive deficits , in some studies even caused sexual dysfunction.

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If u can’t trust the experts in the field then no answer would satisfy you. Problem of today’s patients is that they trust ‘google doctor’ more than the doctors who have studied for years and seen so ...  Read More

I was prescribed 0.25 mg clonazepam for 14 months . It was a misdiagnosis of general anxiety disorder . Actually it was ocd. The 0.25 mg clonazepam was for once a day. I believe it could have caused various damage to my brain. I believe it might have caused problems related to sexual as well as cognitive functions. The reason I feel this is because

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It’s not a risky medication nor will it cause permanent damage. Take some multivitamins for 3 months. Nothing to worry. And stop reading about it from websites. Those effects are not applicable for ev ...  Read More

I have been on Clonazepam for last 1 year for my gut issues, I tried to stop it and had a relapse of anxiety and depression. I am taking 150mg of sertraline and .5mg of clonazepam at night. My body is not functioning well, gets very tired. Doesn't feel like doing anything and always in stomach pain. Nothing came up in the reports all reports are f

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Please meet a psychologist for therapy ...  Read More

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