Citalopram and Clonazepam: Can You Take Them Together?

Here's what FDA-approved drug labeling shows.

MODERATE

Interaction Found

Taking citalopram and clonazepam together can make you very drowsy and slow your breathing. This combination needs careful watching by your doctor.

What to do: Talk to your doctor about taking these medicines together. Do not change your doses or stop taking either medicine without speaking to your doctor first. Tell your doctor right away if you feel very sleepy, have trouble breathing, or feel confused.

Source: FDA-approved drug labeling via openFDA

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Citalopram — View full safety profile, side effects, and all known interactions.

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