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Possible that gf's 2mg clonazepam dosage for sleep could be having her feeling less anxious during day, or placebo? already understands risks of benzodiazepines for sleep, so please avoid such warnings

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Dr. Kay Ficht answered

Possibly related : 2 mg Clonazepam sounds like a hefty dosage, and this might carry over into the next day. But it is possible that a good night sleep alone can have a positive impact on her. The effects of sleep deprivation certainly raise a person's anxiety level. I would now recommend to continue to pursue additional ways to help your friend with her anxiety problems.

Answered 6/24/2014

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Dr. Pamela Pappas answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Not placebo: Clonazepam has a long half life, so it would certainly still be present during the daytime with all it's properties . Since it is a very potent anxiolytic, it may be calming anxiety in the daytime also. Sorry you don't like our warnings -- they are there for your benefit.

Answered 6/24/2014

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Absolutely: Klonopin (clonazepam) is quite long-acting and has a very good antianxiety effect during the day. Taking it at night also assures a sound sleep.

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