May 26, 2012
Topics A-Z Drugs Drugs interaction and worsening of asthma
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Dear Ask The Doctor: So I've recently been put on a bunch of meds and i don't think it is is safe. I'm diagonessed anxiety and depression and looks like i might have asthma and I'm currently wearing a heart monitor for a month . id like your opinion on it i am on klonopin 3 times a day .5 mg celexa 20 mg daily pantoprazole 40 mg daily Symbicort 80-4.5 2 puffs twice a day Ventolin as needed Vitamin D2 once a week I've never been on many meds and this seems to many to me and i fear they may have may bad interactions. i don't drink alcohol or grapefruit juice so i know those 2 are no now Zac Dear Zachary: I do understand your concern about drug interaction and worsening of your asthma. Klonopin (clonazepam) and celexa (citalopram) may increase the risk of respiratory depression in patients taking these two in combination. I would advise that you regularly follow up with your doctor, checking for any signs suggesting of respiratory or CNS depression. I would also advise that you avoid any hazardous activities requiring mental alertness or motor co-ordination when on these medication. I would advise that you do not stop these medications on your own and always consult your doctor if you experience and side-effects. |
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