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Can I eat this with Clonazepam?
Alcohol and caffeine change clonazepam's effects; alcohol can cause dangerous deep sleep and caffeine may reduce the calming effect.
Also sold as Klonopin, Rivotril. Brand names from the NHS Dictionary of Medicines and Devices.
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Quick answers
- Should I take Clonazepam with food?
- You can take the tablets or liquid with or without food.
- Can I drink alcohol with Clonazepam?
- No, avoid it. Alcohol can make you go into a very deep sleep with breathing problems and difficulty waking up.
- Can I drink coffee with Clonazepam?
- Yes, with care. Caffeine is a stimulant and may reduce the calming effects of clonazepam.
- Can I drink tea with Clonazepam?
- Yes, with care. Caffeine is a stimulant and may reduce the calming effects of clonazepam.
- Can I drink cola with Clonazepam?
- Yes, with care. Caffeine is a stimulant and may reduce the calming effects of clonazepam.
- Can I drink energy drinks with Clonazepam?
- Yes, with care. Caffeine is a stimulant and may reduce the calming effects of clonazepam.
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1 · What do you take?
Alcohol and caffeine change clonazepam's effects; alcohol can cause dangerous deep sleep and caffeine may reduce the calming effect.
Do not drink alcohol while taking clonazepam as it can make you go into a very deep sleep with breathing problems. Avoid caffeine (coffee, tea, cola, energy drinks, chocolate) as it may reduce the calming effects. You can take clonazepam with or without food.
Browse our medication food guides →2 · What do you want to eat or drink?
When to take it: You can take the tablets or liquid with or without food.
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Foods to avoid with Clonazepam· 27
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Further reading on Clonazepam
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NHS website
About clonazepam
NHS medicines information on clonazepam – what it's used for and key facts.
NHS website
Who can and cannot take clonazepam
NHS medicines information on who can take clonazepam and who may not be able to take it.
NHS website
How and when to take clonazepam
NHS medicines information on dosage for clonazepam, how to take it and what to do if you miss a dose or take too much.
NHS website
Side effects of clonazepam
NHS medicines information on side effects of clonazepam and what you can do to cope.
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Taking clonazepam with other medicines and herbal supplements
NHS medicines information on possible interactions with clonazepam and other medicines, herbal remedies and supplements.
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