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what are the tests for clonazepam overdose?

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Chemical testing: There are chemical tests to detect Clonazepam levels in the blood.  Often, however, if overdose is suspected, an antidote will be given empirically and, if the patient responds, the diagnosis is confirmed.

Question 2

what can klonopin (clonazepam) overdose do ?

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...and death: It is easy to overdose on klonopin, (clonazepam) because Klonopin (clonazepam) like any other benzodiazepine is a CNS depressant. The overdose symptoms are: dizziness, somnolence, confusion, coma, respiratory and cardiovascular depression and death. Never share this medicine with another person or self medicate.
If any concerns talk to your treating physician for more information.

Question 3

what are signs of a klonopin (clonazepam) overdose?

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Sedation up to death: Klonopin (clonazepam) overdose is serious and should be treated at the emergency room immediately. It can lead to respiratory depression and death.

Question 4

what are the tests for klonopin (clonazepam) overdose?

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Klonopin (clonazepam) OD: Urine screen positive for benzodiazepines. Only other indicators are level of alertness & vital signs.

Question 5

what are signs and symptoms of a clonazepam overdose?

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Varies: Depends on dose , other meds taken and wether pt has been drinking etc. Usual symptoms confusion , drowsy, slow reflexes, and coma.

Question 6

what is the treatment for klonopin (clonazepam) overdose?

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See below: I'd have er doctor decide :(  treatment may involve "pumping the stomach, " taking certain medicines. Very imporant: once stabilized and cleaned, very close follow up in psychotherapy is a must! (especially if intentional od).

Question 7

is it possible for mixing like 20mg of clonazepam and 30 mg of risperdal to cause a overdose?

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The only reason that: I can think of that someone would ask that question is if they were planning to hurt themselves.  When people announce that, even on an anonymous website, I view it as a call for help.  I strongly urge you to get mental health counseling, either by telling your primary care provider that you are having these thoughts or going to an emergency department. Hotline help available at 1-800-784-2433

Question 8

can you die easily from an overdose of clonazepam?

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Any OD can kill: Absolutely.

Over dosing on a sedative is extremely dangerous.  It can kill
if you find that your prescribed Clonazepam sedates you to  much, talk to your doctor.

If you or someone you know is intentionally trying to od, please call 911 and get help.

Question 9

can clonazepam cause headaches?

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Maybe?: I give Klonopin (clonazepam) frequently but never seen a patient complain of headaches. Try stopping(gradually, never cold-turkey) and see if the headaches subside.

Question 10

can klonopin (clonazepam) cause headaches?

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Unlikely: More information is needed to answer aproprietly your question What kind of headache? Trigger factors?, quality, location, how long, does it last?, what makes it better, what worse.. do you drink alcohol?  smoke, habits?? , how is your blood pressure? Any other sx's??? Etc. If headache is persistent and severe, best is to see a Dr.  It's unlikely for klonopin (clonazepam) to cause headache as a side effect.

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