My brother was just diagnosed w/aggressive prostate cancer & my 20 mg Celexa just doesn't work for my depression. Actually, it hasn't worked in awhile. I need the 1 mg Clonazepam to sleep & lower anxiety. Has anybody any experience to share about an AD that they combined w/Clonazepm? Thanks.
Which Antidepressant works well with Clonazepam?
Question posted by wannabbetter on 28 April 2016
Last updated on 4 May 2016
5 Answers
chuck1957
29 April 2016
Hi, wannabbetter; first, I too am very sorry about your brother and all the problems you are having.It sure does not help your condition. Also well keep you both in my prayer too. I really can't add anything to G mc Answer you can easy go with that except skip the part as she knows too that when you start to feel better to back off anything I think we all do this and it is so self-defeating. But her combination sounds as good as any and no matter which antidepressant you try you know as well as any of us it's a hit and miss but Wellbutrin is very effective for many and does not cause all the drowsiness like most the others.and Everything else sounds great You should give your doctor a call and see what you can get done or in the mean time if anything is able to get the doctor to okay some extra clonazepam as you adjust to everything.this is a time it is well needed, my dear.
Then working with the doctor give the Buspar a good try many people get a lot of relief from it but it is one that you really have to take all the time, not on an as needed basis like the Benzodiazepines Great job G MC THANKS, A LOT FOR BEING SUCH A GREAT FRIEND. chuck1957 and as I have and try to say too. Are you always want the doctor to be the doctor and get everything you need to do okayed by the doctor plus keeps you out of trouble. not to mention your health needs. try and relax this weekend all my best to you and your Brother I am so sorry. keep that chin up my friend.
chuck1957
1 May 2016
Wannabe; Yes the Paxil for me worked real good for a long time then a new doctor changed it, But right now I have been on Effexor XR 150 for a long time and it does the job for me.Just remember if you switch to anything make sure your doctor knows your going to give it another shot.You want to make sure the doctor always know what is going on. hugs Chuck it gets better.
wannabbetter
1 May 2016
Thanks Chuck. Are you still taking the Clonazepam?
chuck1957
4 May 2016
Wannabe; Yes I am still on Clonazepam also with the others that I have tried so mostly now just the Effexor XR and Clonazepam I had to give up on the Wellbutrin XL 150mg for a while anyway.does not mix with one of my cancer medications. Whatever you do you must keep a sense of humor, Faith and stay positive even with all that is going on I do a lot of self-talk to keep me going and instead of letting things get to me I try and laugh it off which is good medicine for everyone. And easy to do. I have found the hardest is just finding the medication that works the best for each person. It's a shame that it takes 3 to 8 weeks to even decide if something is going to work. However, I do Know that they have been working on a system where they may someday be able to do some test and find out faster which group of medications each person would do better on.But until that day we have to stick out the hard way and it is very hard when everything feels like it's going to heck on us.
Just stay as positive as you can my friend they well find something to give you relief. Chuck1957 well keep you and your brother in my thoughts and prayers Life is not easy at all at times. stick with it.(( hugs))) Chuck
Inactive
4 May 2016
Chuck, you are a true gem. I am so glad to know you! And to you, also, Wanna, I have both of you in my prayers. Stay strong. "G"
chuck1957
4 May 2016
G mc, Wannabe, Janet? I feel the same about all of you very helpful and we never stop learning as you know I am having problems with eye site,and get a bit confused So thanks to you all for watching what I do to make sure something is not out of line too far. But trust me better days ahead for all. Hugs Chuck. Sure, wish I could get my friend thing to work like it is supposed to so we would be able to private message etc, But they don't seem to want to improve our site here no matter what.when it would benefit all of us. I talked to my computer guy and he did say something about GOOGLE CHROME does not like this site because it is not a private site. and most everything is done on here all their SSL certificates are expired which they could fix in a heartbeat. using this website makes all of our computers vulnerable to access to anyone that knows how to get into other people's computers so to tell you the TRUTH I MAY NOT BE POSTING ANYTHING HERE MUCH LONGER.
but this could be their way of getting rid of some of us they really don't want. everyone having problems like I am have got to complain to the administrator they know why all of this stuff is not working and have just been giving me a runaround and I don't like it being treated like a bump on a log. Chuck1957. I have found another pretty good site and well let you guys all know if I leave.so if you can and you are having the same problems or even one write the administrators of the site and let them know we may have some problems but are not stupid.If they got the wrong employee working for them they could just come in from their site and get all our personal information as it sits now CHARLES E. Wise Sr. Retired Pharmacy Technician Cpht Oregon licence# 0358
Timid Raven
29 April 2016
So sorry to hear about your brother. It does add a lot of stress and depression for you. The Best thing to do is discuss this with your Doctor, he/she is the only one that can change your medication and make sure you're safe at the same time. Your Dr. may change a few things a few things up since your situation has changed all together. I wish you comfort and your brother luck. Try to stay positive, it makes all the difference in the world. Blessed Be my Friend <3
wannabbetter
29 April 2016
Thanks. I want to be positive, but now my heart is broken. I need the energy to find the right doc. I know what works for one person does not work for another.
Inactive
29 April 2016
Maybe it might help to add on other things (per doctor's scripts) to boost what you're already taking. There are many good treatments out there. I have always read about medications and suggest certain ones to my doctor that I would like to try. There are many good doctors out there that will let you have say-so in your treatment. I will pray that you find the right one for you. Keep the faith.
chuck1957
4 May 2016
G mc Don't worry it is not you that is what I was saying not only the friend request I can't okay but the tumbs up does not work and many times I can't hit comment and it well not do anything that is why on some of the post you see where I have to click the big blue bar and start another answer but they tell me nothing is wrong yet many people complain about the same thing. Sorry but I have turned this in many times and the last response was try another computer and I did and the same thing.So it is not your computer it is a glitch enouth people complain about it maybe they well listen so I can't privite message it just flashes back to my screen,And I cant send or add anyone to my friends list.very upseting.
masso
29 April 2016
I take clonazepam, and would suggest the following SSRIs:
Prozac
Luvox
Zoloft
All of the above mentioned have moderate interactions with Klonopin.
Consult with your Psychiatrist.
All the best,
wannabbetter
29 April 2016
Thanks. Did you ever take Prozac or Zoloft w/the Clonazepam?
masso
29 April 2016
With prozac, it worked well for me, but as the we always say:
"what may work for me may not work for you, we all react to medications uniquely."lol
Have a good one.
wannabbetter
29 April 2016
Thanks. I did take brand Prozac for awhile in the 90s. Then I took Zoloft. It seems that these meds are not as effective the 2nd time around.
chuck1957
29 April 2016
Wannabebetter; masso is right here also but just for the record I have had to take the generic Klonopin with Wellbutrin and Paxil, Zoloft, Effexor XR 150mg, and Prozac at this time I have been on for some time Effexor and Klonopin both in the generic form and just as masso say we are all different and everything seem's to work differently for all of us. due to our own chemical makeup I really don't like recommending things for this reason what works fantastic for one is like nothing for another but in your case, I'm saying. all my best hugs
wannabbetter
30 April 2016
Thanks Chuck. I still have Paxil left. I only gave it 2 wks bc of SEs. Did Paxil ever work for you (I know are all diff).
Inactive
29 April 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your brother at this time.
God Bless...
Inactive
29 April 2016
Hi Wannabbetter: I am so very sorry to hear the news about your brother. I know you have such a hard time with anxiety already and I feel so bad for you as well as your brother.
Personally, I didn't find relief when taking celexa. All I got out of taking it was carb cravings and gaining 20 pounds... no relief for my anxiety. I have also had bouts of major depression.
I hate to sound like a broken record, but I used to take klonopin (not a fan) along with my generic wellbutrin sr and the latter worked very well to treat my anxiety as well as my depression. It gives me motivation and helps me to focus.
The current treatment I am on for my situation that has proven to be very effective, and something I can stay on a long time, without long-term adverse effects is the following:
#1. I take a low dose of BUSPIRONE for the anxiety, which takes about 3 weeks to a month to become effective in many people. I do better on a low dose of 5mg 3x a day. If you try to raise it too soon, it can have side effects.
#2. I take 150mg of BUPROPION SR for the depression. Sometimes I take the 300mg dose, but, for the most part, I get just as good results with the least amount of side effects at the 150mg.
#3. I take HYDROXYZINE at bedtime, and I sleep wonderfully through the night. It is safe and effective.
My doctor doesn't prescribe Benzos, because she thinks the medications I have listed here can be as effective for long term use, and I am quite satisfied with this regimen. No worry of any of these having the possibility of becoming addictive. Of course, I shouldn't have to mention that my doctor was working with me to find just the right doses for me. I don't always mention that, and some peoples' comments sound as if they think I am doing this on my own. These medications should only be adjusted with the help of a doctor. I just assume that common sense would be to do this under medical supervision??? My doctor is always involved in any changes in my medications. That's a given. Anyway...
Wannabbetter, I hope so much that you start to find relief soon. I will definitely keep you and your brother in my prayers. People who have never suffered with anxiety just don't realize how much harder everything is for people who live with anxiety. I have had it all my life, and these medications are enabling me to face day to day life so much better now. I hope you and your doctor can come up with the right combination of make you feel better. Keep the faith. "G"
wannabbetter
29 April 2016
Thanks. I wish I had a Psych doc but the ones I tried didn't want to take phone calls about SEs. I paid out-of-pocket for one & he just gave me anti-psychotics which made me worse. I don't want to be on the Clonazepam but it is the only thing that helps me to sleep. How long did you start to feel better once on the WB SR 150s? Thanks.
Inactive
29 April 2016
Hi Wanna: I have you in my prayers. If it's not one thing, it's another. I don't go to a psych doc. My primary care doctor is prescribing my meds. I have taken generic wellbutrin off and on for years, and it has been very effective. So much so, that when I feel better, I tend to wean off of it too soon! I feel better right away when I start up again, just knowing it has alway given me relief in the past, but it takes a couple months to take full effect. I never had much success with any of the SSRI's for my anxiety/depression. And I tried most of them.
Inactive
29 April 2016
I know some people will read this and say, "OH, if she doesn't see a psych doc, she doesn't have a real problem." Au contraire, my friends. I have had MDD in the past, went the psych doc route for quite a while and then some, and tried all the "natural treatments" which became too "pricey" in the long run. I spent $1000 for natural supplements in one month. When MasterCard bill came in, I decided I couldn't afford that regimen for a long term treatment! It wasn't really reaching the anxiety/depression issue anyways. Through the years, I have been able to depend on one medication to get me through the most effectively - my wellbutrin! - with other add-ons, as needed per doctor's orders. Hope this helps.
wannabbetter
29 April 2016
My primary did give me WB SR 150s from Sun Pharma in India. After 2 wks I quit bc I felt worse. I still have them w/refills. The pharmacist said that I should know in a wk if it works. Maybe I should of stuck it out for a month?? Zoloft used to work for me but then pooped out. Thanks for caring.
Inactive
29 April 2016
Wanna: the Sun Pharma bupropion from India is an inferior product. CVS carries the Mylan brand of bupropion SR. My CVS always has it in stock. It's made in the USA and is a trustworthy medication. Walgreens will also order it for you if they don't have it in stock. By googling the different generics, you can read many negative comments about the efficacy of the Sun Pharma brand. Please try the Mylan before you give up. I have tried so many of the generic brands, and this is the closest to brand name in the way that the slow-release mechanism works and in its efficacy.
wannabbetter
29 April 2016
It does seem that w/WB the generic makes a difference. Thanks again.
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