Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
How Long Can Lonazep Be Taken For Psychotic Disorder?
My sister is suffering from psychotic disorder for last few months. She took Asenapt 10 mg and Lonazep 2 mg for two months, after this she starts to take Lonazep 1 mg for 20 days and Lonazep 0.5 mg for 15 days. But at the time of taking Lonazep 2 mg ., she was perfectly alright. But at the time of taking 'Lonazep 0.5 mg', she did not want to go outside of her home. Again she starts to take Lonazep 1 mg from today. My question is - How long she can take 'Lonazep' continuously? Is there any possibility of adverse effect for long time use?
Mon, 14 Apr 2014
Hello and welcome to Healthcare Magic. Thanks for your query.
I understand that you are concerned about your sister's psychiatric problems. You have mentioned that she was diagnosed to have a psychotic disorder ans was prescribed Asenapt and Lorazepam.
Now, Asenapt is an anti-psychotic medication and Lonazep (Clonazepam) is a sedative medication which is used for sleep problems and for temproarily calming down the patient. Your doctor has done absolutely the right thing by asking her to gradually reduce and stop Lonazep. This is because, if taken for long periods of time, it can cause dependence on the medication. So, I would suggest that you don't make any medication alterations or decisions on your own. If she is having any problems noe, please review with your doctor for further treatment advise.
Wish you all the best.
Regards,
Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar
Consultant Psychiatrist
I understand that you are concerned about your sister's psychiatric problems. You have mentioned that she was diagnosed to have a psychotic disorder ans was prescribed Asenapt and Lorazepam.
Now, Asenapt is an anti-psychotic medication and Lonazep (Clonazepam) is a sedative medication which is used for sleep problems and for temproarily calming down the patient. Your doctor has done absolutely the right thing by asking her to gradually reduce and stop Lonazep. This is because, if taken for long periods of time, it can cause dependence on the medication. So, I would suggest that you don't make any medication alterations or decisions on your own. If she is having any problems noe, please review with your doctor for further treatment advise.
Wish you all the best.
Regards,
Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar
Consultant Psychiatrist
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Psychotic disorder
Loading Online Doctors....