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I have sleep apnea. can i take klonopin (clonazepam) to help?

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Dr. Klaus d Lessnau answered

Specializes in Pulmonary Critical Care

Bad choice: May make it worse. Sleep study is indicated to find a diagnosis and cure.

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Answered 8/17/2017

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Dr. R. Keith Hill answered

No!: Klonopin (clonazepam) will sedate you and allow you to go to sleep but it may significantly worsen your sleep apnea. This could be very dangerous.

Dr Khalily agreed

Answered 8/17/2017

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Dr. Sherin Ibrahim Howett answered

Specializes in Sleep Medicine

No: In general narcotics or any sedating medications will worsen sleep apnea as it suppresses breathing. Unless you're in a controlled and monitored setting like the hospital, I would not recommend it.

Dr Rhoads and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 8/17/2017

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A member asked:

I have sleep apnea. can i take klonopin (clonazepam) to help?

9 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Dr. Klaus d Lessnau answered

Dr Villaplana and another doctor agreed

Dr. R. Keith Hill answered

Dr Khalily agreed

Dr. Sherin Ibrahim Howett answered

Dr Rhoads and 3 doctors agreed

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