Clonazepam and Escitalopram: Can You Take Them Together?
Here's what FDA-approved drug labeling shows.
MODERATE
Interaction Found
Clonazepam and escitalopram together can increase drowsiness and slow your breathing. This happens because both drugs affect your brain in ways that control how you breathe.
What to do: Talk to your doctor about taking these medicines together. Don't stop taking either medication without speaking to your doctor first. Tell your doctor right away if you feel unusually sleepy, have trouble breathing, or feel confused.
Source: FDA-approved drug labeling via openFDA
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