HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

Taking Clonazepam For Infection. Can I Take Fluticasone Nasal Spray Together?

default
Posted on Thu, 12 Sep 2013
Question: i am taking this medications as of now, clonazepam .125 4x a day, prozac 10mg 1x a day, and now since i have an infection i have to take, azythromycin 250mg and fluticasone 50 mcg nasal spray. would this drugs have any interactions or bad side effects if i take at the same time?
and if so can i also add zyrtec for allergies?
doctor
Answered by Dr. Anjana Rao Kavoor (20 days later)
Brief Answer:
Avoid alcohol while on azithromycin

Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXX,
Thanks for writing in to us.

I have read though your medical history in detail. Detailed answer to your query is as follows.

1. Clonazepam and Azithromycin: These two medications have no significant side effect when take short term as taken during an infection.

2. Clonazepam and Fluticasone: There is no documented serious side effect when taking these two medications.

3. Prozac (fluoxetine) and Azithromycin: Rarely this combination of medicines has caused polymorphic Ventricular tachycardia (increased abnormal heart beats) in patients who take excessive alcohol and may have pancreatitis.

4. Prozac (fluoxetine) and Fluticasone: No known serious side effects seen in those taking fluoxetine and fluticasone nasal spray.

Zyrtec (cetirizine) is an anti allergic and can be taken safely without the fear of serious side effects.

I would suggest you to stop alcohol intake for a few days while you are taking antibiotic (azithromycin) for your infection.

If you have any discomfort while on above medications, it is strongly suggested that you report to your doctor immediately.

Hope your query is answered.
Do write back if you have any doubts.

Dr. A. Rao Kavoor
Note: For further guidance on mental health, Click here.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Anjana Rao Kavoor

Psychiatrist

Practicing since :2008

Answered : 1197 Questions

premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
Taking Clonazepam For Infection. Can I Take Fluticasone Nasal Spray Together?

Brief Answer:
Avoid alcohol while on azithromycin

Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXX,
Thanks for writing in to us.

I have read though your medical history in detail. Detailed answer to your query is as follows.

1. Clonazepam and Azithromycin: These two medications have no significant side effect when take short term as taken during an infection.

2. Clonazepam and Fluticasone: There is no documented serious side effect when taking these two medications.

3. Prozac (fluoxetine) and Azithromycin: Rarely this combination of medicines has caused polymorphic Ventricular tachycardia (increased abnormal heart beats) in patients who take excessive alcohol and may have pancreatitis.

4. Prozac (fluoxetine) and Fluticasone: No known serious side effects seen in those taking fluoxetine and fluticasone nasal spray.

Zyrtec (cetirizine) is an anti allergic and can be taken safely without the fear of serious side effects.

I would suggest you to stop alcohol intake for a few days while you are taking antibiotic (azithromycin) for your infection.

If you have any discomfort while on above medications, it is strongly suggested that you report to your doctor immediately.

Hope your query is answered.
Do write back if you have any doubts.

Dr. A. Rao Kavoor