Home>drugs by ailments>Anxiety disorder>clonazepam + escitalopram oxalate

Clonazepam + Escitalopram Oxalate

Information about Clonazepam + Escitalopram Oxalate

Clonazepam + Escitalopram Oxalate Uses

Clonazepam+Escitalopram Oxalate is used in the treatment of anxiety disorder.

How Clonazepam + Escitalopram Oxalate works

Clonazepam + Escitalopram Oxalate is a combination of two medicines: Clonazepam and escitalopram, which has anxiety-lowering and mood-enhancing effects. Clonazepam is a benzodiazepine (BZD) which increases the action of GABA, a chemical messenger that suppresses the abnormal activity of the nerve cells in the brain. Escitalopram is selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) which increases the levels of serotonin, a chemical messenger that improves mood.

Common side effects of Clonazepam + Escitalopram Oxalate

Delayed ejaculation, Confusion, Vomiting, Memory impairment, Nausea, Diarrhea, Uncoordinated body movements, Drowsiness, Tiredness, Anorgasmia (decreased orgasm), Low sexual desire
CONTENT DETAILS
Written By
Dr. Swati Mishra
BDS
Reviewed By
Dr. Varun Gupta
MD (Pharmacology), MBBS
Last updated
01 Dec 2021 | 08:06 AM (UTC)

We provide you with authentic, trustworthy and revelant information

Want to know more

Available Medicine for Clonazepam + Escitalopram Oxalate

Nexito PlusSun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹1131 variant(s)
Stalopam PlusLupin Ltd
₹136 to ₹2722 variant(s)
Nexito ForteSun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹165 to ₹2232 variant(s)
Szetalo PlusAbbott
₹42 to ₹3035 variant(s)
Feliz S PlusTorrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹117 to ₹2953 variant(s)
DepranIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹171 to ₹4183 variant(s)
Clonafit PlusMankind Pharma Ltd
₹1501 variant(s)
Nexito LSSun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹1471 variant(s)
Newcita PlusAlkem Laboratories Ltd
₹1751 variant(s)
Petril PlusMicro Labs Ltd
₹130 to ₹2793 variant(s)

Expert advice for Clonazepam + Escitalopram Oxalate

  • Clonazepam + Escitalopram Oxalate is prescribed for the treatment of anxiety disorder.
  • You may feel that Clonazepam + Escitalopram Oxalate is not helping you straightaway. This is because it can take few weeks before you feel the full benefit. It is important that you continue to take it, even if it takes a little while for your condition to improve.
  • If you develop any depressing or suicidal thoughts or ideas, you should let your doctor know about them as soon as possible.
  • You might experience low sexual desire after taking Clonazepam + Escitalopram Oxalate, talk to your doctor if it troubles you.

Frequently asked questions for Clonazepam + Escitalopram Oxalate

Clonazepam + Escitalopram Oxalate

Q. What is Clonazepam+Escitalopram Oxalate?

Clonazepam+Escitalopram Oxalate is a combination of two medicines: Clonazepam and Escitalopram. This combination is used to treat anxiety disorders. Clonazepam works by decreasing abnormal electrical activity in the brain. Escitalopram works by increasing the amount of serotonin, a natural substance in the brain that helps to improve mood.

Q. Can the Clonazepam+Escitalopram Oxalate cause sleepiness or drowsiness?

Clonazepam+Escitalopram Oxalate may make you feel drowsy or you may fall asleep suddenly during your routine activities like watching television, talking, eating or riding in a car. You might not feel drowsy or have any other warning signs before you suddenly fall asleep. Avoid driving a car, operating machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities at the beginning of your treatment until you know how the medication affects you. Inform your doctor if you experience such symptoms.

Q. Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of this medicine?

No, taking higher than the recommended dose of Clonazepam+Escitalopram Oxalate can lead to increased chances of side effects and toxicity. If you are experiencing increased severity of your symptoms that is not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.

Q. Can I stop taking Clonazepam+Escitalopram Oxalate when my symptoms are relieved?

No, you should not stop taking Clonazepam+Escitalopram Oxalate even if you feel well. Continue taking your medicine as advised. Your doctor may lower your dose gradually if your symptoms are improving.

Q. Any special instruction regarding storage and disposal of Clonazepam+Escitalopram Oxalate?

Keep Clonazepam+Escitalopram Oxalate in a container that is tightly closed and out of children's reach. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Unneeded medications should be disposed of in special ways to ensure that pets, children and other people cannot consume them.

INDIA’S LARGEST HEALTHCARE PLATFORM

260m+
Visitors
31m+
Orders Delivered
1800+
Cities
Get the link to download App

Connect

  • Social Links
  • Want daily dose of health?
Download App
Reliable

All products displayed on Tata 1mg are procured from verified and licensed pharmacies. All labs listed on the platform are accredited

Secure

Tata 1mg uses Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) 128-bit encryption and is Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) compliant

Affordable

Find affordable medicine substitutes, save up to 50% on health products, up to 80% off on lab tests and free doctor consultations.

LegitScript approved
India's only LegitScript and ISO/ IEC 27001 certified online healthcare platform

Know more about Tata 1mgdownArrow

Access medical and health information

Tata 1mg provides you with medical information which is curated, written and verified by experts, accurate and trustworthy. Our experts create high-quality content about medicines, diseases, lab investigations, Over-The-Counter (OTC) health products, Ayurvedic herbs/ingredients, and alternative remedies.

Order medicines online

Get free medicine home delivery in over 1800 cities across India. You can also order Ayurvedic, Homeopathic and other Over-The-Counter (OTC) health products. Your safety is our top priority. All products displayed on Tata 1mg are procured from verified and licensed pharmacies.

Book lab tests

Book any lab tests and preventive health packages from certified labs and get tested from the comfort of your home. Enjoy free home sample collection, view reports online and consult a doctor online for free.

Consult a doctor online

Got a health query? Consult doctors online from the comfort of your home for free. Chat privately with our registered medical specialists to connect directly with verified doctors. Your privacy is guaranteed.

© 2023 Tata 1mg. All rights reserved. In compliance with Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 and Drugs and Cosmetics Rules, 1945, we don't process requests for Schedule X and other habit forming drugs.