Clonotril 0.5 MG Tablet used for

I am advised to take fluanxol 0.5 mg / spenzo 0.5 mg 1-0-1, along with qutipin 100 mg 1-0-1. I am also on venlor xr 75 mg 1-0-1 for depression and clonotril 0.25 mg 1-1-2 for anxiety. My question is :- a) is fluanxol 0.5 mg / spenzo 0.5 mg banned? B) if not, can I take it with other medications? Please confirm.

Dr. Sushil Kumar Sompur 93% (2856 ratings)
MBBS, MD - Psychiatry, MBA - Healthcare
Psychiatrist, Davanagere
I am advised to take fluanxol 0.5 mg / spenzo 0.5 mg 1-0-1, along with qutipin 100 mg 1-0-1. I am also on venlor xr 7...
I understand your concerns about medication safety, especially when taking multiple medications. Here's some general information about the medications you mentioned: Fluanxol (Flupentixol): This is an antipsychotic medication often used for schizophrenia or other similar conditions. It can also be used in lower doses for depression. Spenzo (Etizolam): This is a medication that is used for anxiety. It belongs to a class of drugs similar to benzodiazepines and has sedative and muscle-relaxant effects. Qutipin (Quetiapine): This is an antipsychotic medication often used to treat bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and as an add-on treatment for depression. Venlor XR (Venlafaxine): This is an antidepressant that belongs to the class of serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). Clonotril (Clonazepam): This is a benzodiazepine used for anxiety and seizure disorders. Regarding your specific questions: a) Banned Status: The status of medications can vary by country and region. Fluanxol and Spenzo are not universally banned but may have restrictions in certain regions. It's important to check the regulations and guidelines in your specific location. b) Combining Medications: Taking multiple medications can increase the risk of side effects and drug interactions. It is essential to follow the advice of a healthcare professional who is familiar with your medical history and the specific medications you are taking. They can provide guidance on whether these medications can be taken together, appropriate dosages, and monitoring for side effects or interactions. Remember, it's crucial to consult with your healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing any medication regimen, especially when dealing with complex treatments involving multiple drugs. They can give you the most accurate and personalized advice based on your health needs and current medical condition.
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I'm taking medicine for depression and anxiety for the last 2 years but still I have not recovered fully. Now I have changed doctor 2 months before so I'm better now my current medicine is Olet Plus, clonotril 0.5, Dixval er 500 and Magdep. Will I ever recover fully or not?

Mr. Saul Pereira 94% (49777 ratings)
Reparenting Technique, BA, BEd, Transactional Analysis
Psychologist, Bangalore
I'm taking medicine for depression and anxiety for the last 2 years but still I have not recovered fully. Now I have ...
You are advised to seek counseling along with the medication for anxiety and depression. Life is full of problems as a norm. Any attempts to escape will never help: you must learn to face these problems every day with good success. The counselor will help you in this regard. I also strongly believe that every crisis offers an opportunity for change, if you seek it and grab the opportunity. Please meet with a counselor and work on your emotions, particularly anger and fear. Exercise is very important but you have to build on it developmentally. I suggest you do the opposite of what this depression makes you feel like doing (actually, not doing): you will need to fight this condition. You must become active; stay upright during the daylight time; meet people; never sleep during the day, wake up by 6 am every day, play some active games, especially contact games, do physical exercises, talk to people and join some social clubs, attend yoga classes etc. Watch sitcoms on tv or comedies and cheer yourself up. Go for excursions in groups, for outings, camps, conferences, and religious conventions. Get a pet dog and spend time training it, exercising it and relating to it. Expose yourself to some sunlight every day, at least 30 minutes but not in the scorching heat. Whatever happens, please incorporate these three important adaptations in your life: always be responsible, be respectful, and be functional. If you did these three, lots of things will go well in life. Please pray and have faith in god to alleviate your sufferings. Don’t wait for others to help. Use your own motivation, which might be at its lowest, but persevere and win this battle. Above all to be really happy, you need to live in love and for love. Learn all about emotions and how to handle them and that will get you out of the depression rather easily and quickly. A counselor is there only to facilitate you, all the hard work must come from you, and your cooperation with that person is very critical for your success. Be positive every day and learn to be content with what you have. Whatever happens please cooperate with the therapy and do not discontinue until the condition is completely resolved.
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Sir, should I continue clonotril and nexito 5 and betacap because of anxiety? Take control 0.5 for a month? Is it enough to reduce the dose? Will you tell me if this fear will change and heart beat will change better or will you tell me the treatment with this tab? My age 39 years.

Dr. Shreyasi Paul 93% (48 ratings)
DNB (PSYCHIATRY), MBBS
Psychiatrist, Kolkata
Sir, should I continue clonotril and nexito 5 and betacap because of anxiety? Take control 0.5 for a month? Is it eno...
If your anxiety is better managed with these medicines, you can take it. For complete management of anxiety symptoms, it is usually recommended to take anti-anxiety medicine for a period of 3 months, then gradually tapering and stopping it. But it is better to not continue clonotril for more than 1 month, and use it only on sos basis after that. This is because it is a habit forming drug. You fear will come down if you take the medicines regularly and follow your psychiatrist's advise.
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Because of sir anxiety, there is a fear inside and with it the heartbeat is slightly more. I have been taking clonotril 0.25, nexito 5 and betacap 10 for two weeks. Do you still need to eat it if you want it to change. I have this pain in my leg muscles, doctor sir, can you give me a suggestion to change this?

Dr. Shreyasi Paul 93% (48 ratings)
DNB (PSYCHIATRY), MBBS
Psychiatrist, Kolkata
Because of sir anxiety, there is a fear inside and with it the heartbeat is slightly more. I have been taking clonotr...
For your anxiety, you have to continue the medicines for atleast 3 months. Otherwise if you stop it suddenly, your anxiety may recur. If you are facing any side effects with medicines, you should consult your psychiatrist. The medicines are not likely to cause pain in legs, it is better if you consult your general physician for evaluating that.
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Sir, how to take clonotril, nexito tab when anxiety comes, take clonotril 0.5 nexito 5 for a week and take this tab for the second week, if you feel better, then reduce the clonotril 0.25 to half and take nexito 5 on alternate days and stop? Nexito 5 half? Is alprazolam better than taking clonotril?

Dr. Saranya Devanathan 93% (3842 ratings)
MBBS, DPM
Psychiatrist, Bangalore
Sir, how to take clonotril, nexito tab when anxiety comes, take clonotril 0.5 nexito 5 for a week and take this tab f...
Dear lybrate-user, it depends on the diagnosis and how much the anxiety affects your life. Generally nexito is given for few months. Clonotril is withdrawn in 2-3 weeks. Nexito 5 mg is the lowest dose. It can be withdrawn fully. Since alprazolam is short acting, it is more difficult to withdraw, compared to clonotril.
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I suffer from ectopic heart beats and that is worsened due to lack of sleep. I did holter 3 months back which came back normal, echo 2 months back and stress test in jan. Multiple eggs. I am on medication for anxiety and depression .i have health anxiety, ocd as I feel my husband is cheating on me and I keep my emotions suppressed. I have been given clonotril 0.25 for sleep and sos but I hardly take clonotril as it induces sleepiness. I think I am scared to be alone at home on weekend because I spent most of the time at home alone and then I am unable to divert my mind to something constructive .my mental health has gone for a toss. I keep checking for vitals all the time and I am extremely scared!

Mr. Syed Tahir Rufai 90% (35 ratings)
Diploma - Guidance & Councelling, Masters in Psychology - Clinical and Abnormal, Bachelors in Psychology, OKR Certified, International Leader ship and Goal setting, Masters in Psychology
Psychologist, Bangalore
I suffer from ectopic heart beats and that is worsened due to lack of sleep. I did holter 3 months back which came ba...
I'm really sorry to hear that you're experiencing these difficulties with your heartbeats and the impact they're having on your sleep and overall mental health. It's understandable that you're feeling anxious and concerned about your health, particularly given your history of health anxiety and ocd. Based on what you've shared, it seems like there are several factors contributing to your current state of distress. It's positive to hear that you've already sought medical attention and had tests done to rule out any significant cardiac issues. However, it's important to keep in mind that anxiety and stress can exacerbate physical symptoms, such as ectopic heartbeats, and impact your overall well-being. Considering your specific concerns and the impact on your daily life, I would strongly encourage you to seek support from a qualified mental health professional, such as a counseling psychologist. A psychologist can help you address the underlying causes of your anxiety, depression, and ocd, and develop strategies to manage your health anxiety more effectively. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (cbt) is an evidence-based approach that is often used to treat health anxiety and ocd. It focuses on helping you identify and challenge negative thought patterns, manage anxiety symptoms, and develop healthier coping strategies. Additionally, a psychologist can provide a safe and supportive space for you to explore and process your concerns about your husband and any suppressed emotions you may have. In the meantime, it's important to prioritize self-care and find healthy ways to manage your anxiety. Engaging in relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing exercises or mindfulness meditation, can help reduce your overall anxiety levels. It may also be beneficial to establish a routine and engage in activities that bring you joy and help distract your mind from worries. Please feel free to contact me in case you feel I can be of any help.
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I'm suffering form contamination ocd and of the psychiatrist had prescribed serta 50 for me but it was very uncomfortable after having it. So I stopped having it after just 2-3 days. Now that my ocd is increasing I thought of having serta 25. But it's not a good feeling after having it. But I have restyl 0.25 or clonotril 0.25 as and when required. Any other alternative medication that I can have for ocd and anxiety?

Dr. Aparna Gupta 91% (12 ratings)
Mphil - Clinical Psychology, M.A - Clin. Psychology, M.Ed - Special Education, B.Ed - Special Education
Psychologist, Gurgaon
Hi please do not change dosage or stop medicines at will. If you are uncomfortable and feeling any side effects consult your psychiatrist immediately and apprise him of your situation. He will change the medicine or dosage. Take therapy along with medicines. Consistent therapy along with medicines is needed to help you cope with ocd symptoms. Medicines only help control symptoms temporarily, while therapy gives more sustainable results. Take therapy regularly and apply what you learn in therapy sessions in your life practically.
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I am suffering from schizophrenia depression and ptsd. I have been prescribed qutan 200, sulpitac 300, levomil40, betacap tr40, clonotril 0.5 and flunil 20. I feel well but one week before Dr. prescribed oleanz plus and discontinued betacap tr 40. When I started oleanz plus and stopped betacap, I started feeling uncomfortable uneasy feeling. What should I do sir?

MBBS Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, MD - General Medicine, DNB Neurology
Neurologist, Kolkata
I am suffering from schizophrenia depression and ptsd. I have been prescribed qutan 200, sulpitac 300, levomil40, bet...
You are on many drugs which maybe interacting with each other to make you uncomfortable. Better to do serum sodium levels and ecg, then take another opinion.
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I'm looking too weak. And I have anxiety problem I used medicine clonotril 0.25 power. I feel drowsy and weakness. I have been weak since childhood. I'm too thin. I'm 20 years old female. And my behavior is childish.

Psychologist, Mumbai
I'm looking too weak. And I have anxiety problem I used medicine clonotril 0.25 power. I feel drowsy and weakness. I ...
Hi. Anxiety can cause weight loss in the long run. It might also be a side-effect of the medicine. Muscle building exercises can help you. It is also relaxing and can relieve anxiety. For your behavior, we can address your issues. However, labeling it as childish is something i'd refrain from. While some behavior patterns are not very helpful and can be changed, remember that we all have an inner child within us, and that might not necessarily be a flaw. Do let me know if you would like to talk further.