Posted by maddog on October 10, 2004, at 1:10:18
In reply to Treating the cognitive effects of Klonopin ?!, posted by Ted Brosnan on October 9, 2004, at 11:29:32
> Hello. I am starting soon to take 1 to 1.5mg of Klonopin (Clonazepam) a day to help my social anxiety. However, I am concerned about the cognitive side effects of Klonopin such as memory loss, concentration problems and decreased mental sharpness. Is it true that 1mg or 1.5mg a day can lead to these problems?
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> If it so, what can I take to counteract these effects?! I have some Bupropion (Wellbutrin), Reboxetine (Edronax/Vestra) which is similar to Strattera and Selegiline. All of these act on the catecholamnies (dopamine and noradrenaline) and can be thought of as mild stimulants.
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> Do you think any of these can help ?! What worked for you as cognitive enhancer while you been on a benzodiazepine ?!
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> Thanks a lot!
I don't recall having any memory problems with Klonopin. :)Seriously, after large doses for myself (2mg+) I have cognitive impairment mainly due to the fact that I am almost asleep at this high a dose. At my more regular dose (0.5 mg) I only occassionally have dulling of my mental capabilities, such as they are.
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