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Does Clonazepam Cause Slurred Speech?

Hi... I have been taking the clonazapem for the past 4-5 years. Currently my age is 21 years. Initially I used to take 2mg daily and gradually over the course of time the dosage reduced to 1mg daily. Actually I really did well while I was on 1mg dose. But because of the recent anxiety episode, my doctor again increased the dosage to 2mg. Every thing seemed to be fine until a few days ago I started having difficulty while speaking sometimes. Later I came to know that clonazapem can cause slurred speech. Now I really want to get rid of clonazapem in a safe way cause I am really worried about my slurred speech. I just want some better help in this matter. Thanks in advance.
Mon, 18 Apr 2016
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Hello dear
Understand your concern
Clonazepam is a benzodiazepam drugs use for anxiety and depression disorder.

Following are the common side effects of it:
Tiredness
Headache, dizziness
Fever
Nasal decongestion, irritation
Insomia, mood swings
walking problem/change in gait

Slurred speech may occur but it is not coomon.
So in rare case it cause slurred speech.

For change the drug and modification of drug, you should consult the psychiatric and he will guide you.

Hope this may help you
Best regards
Dr. Sagar
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Does Clonazepam Cause Slurred Speech?

Hello dear Understand your concern Clonazepam is a benzodiazepam drugs use for anxiety and depression disorder. Following are the common side effects of it: Tiredness Headache, dizziness Fever Nasal decongestion, irritation Insomia, mood swings walking problem/change in gait Slurred speech may occur but it is not coomon. So in rare case it cause slurred speech. For change the drug and modification of drug, you should consult the psychiatric and he will guide you. Hope this may help you Best regards Dr. Sagar