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Was taking 1mg clonazepam daily for 7 months. i've tapered to 0.5mg for last 10 months so i have been on it for almost 2 years. feeling nervous and edgy all the time,getting panic attacks. can it be that my body wants me back on the 1mg?what to do?

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Dr. Amandeep Kaur answered

SSRI: It is a good idea to taper clonazepam . Discuss with your physician about use of medications like citalopram,fluoxetine etc.

Answered 5/4/2017

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Dr. Karen Butler answered

See doctor: You need to see your doctor. You need to discuss the symptoms and then can. E treated appropriately

Answered 5/5/2017

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A member asked:

Was taking 1mg clonazepam daily for 7 months. i've tapered to 0.5mg for last 10 months so i have been on it for almost 2 years. feeling nervous and edgy all the time,getting panic attacks. can it be that my body wants me back on the 1mg?what to do?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Amandeep Kaur answered

Dr. Karen Butler answered

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