Desvenlafaxine + Clonazepam
Information about Desvenlafaxine + Clonazepam
Desvenlafaxine + clonazepam uses
Desvenlafaxine+Clonazepam is used in the treatment of depression.
How desvenlafaxine + clonazepam works
This is a combination of two medicines: Desvenlafaxine and Clonazepam. Desvenlafaxine is a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) which works by increasing the levels of chemical messengers (serotonin and noradrenaline), natural substances in the brain that help maintain mental balance. Clonazepam is a benzodiazepine. It works by increasing the action of GABA, a chemical messenger which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Common side effects of desvenlafaxine + clonazepam
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Expert advice for Desvenlafaxine + Clonazepam
- You have been prescribed Desvenlafaxine + Clonazepam for the treatment of depression.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you get thoughts about harming yourself or ending your life.
- It is also advisable to inform your doctor if you get aggressive, anxiety, trouble sleeping, an increase in activity or talking more than what is normal for you, and other unusual changes in behavior or mood.
- Do not stop taking Desvenlafaxine + Clonazepam unless your doctor tells you to do so. Stopping treatment suddenly can cause problems and your doctor will probably want you to reduce your dose gradually when this becomes necessary.
- Inform your doctor if you are taking any other antidepressants.
- If you have hypertension, monitor your blood pressure regularly while taking Desvenlafaxine + Clonazepam.
- Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can check on your progress.
Frequently asked questions for Desvenlafaxine + Clonazepam
Desvenlafaxine + Clonazepam
Q. Are there any important warnings associated with the use of Desvenlafaxine+Clonazepam?
During the first few months of treatment, Desvenlafaxine+Clonazepam may increase suicidal thoughts or actions in some patients. Patients having mood or behavioral disorder have a high risk of developing suicidal thoughts and actions. You should pay close attention and report your doctor of any such behavior or mood changes. Make sure that you visit the doctor for the scheduled follow-up appointments.
Q. Can I stop taking Desvenlafaxine+Clonazepam when my symptoms are relieved?
No, you should continue to take Desvenlafaxine+Clonazepam even if you feel well. If you stop Desvenlafaxine+Clonazepam suddenly, serious withdrawal symptoms may occur. Your doctor will probably decrease your dose gradually.
Q. How to manage weight gain associated with the use of Desvenlafaxine+Clonazepam?
There are reports that suggest association of weight gain with the use of Desvenlafaxine+Clonazepam. If you maintain good eating habits and exercise regularly, you might not gain any weight. An important point to remember is that it is easier to stop weight gain than losing increased weight.